Chef Manager. Job in South West Education & Training Jobs

PLATINUM RECRUITMENT CONSULTANCY LIMITED; Hounslow; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading catering recruitment agency is seeking a Chef Manager for the South West Region. This role offers competitive salaries, daytime hours, and school holidays off. Responsibilities include overseeing the catering service, planning menus, and managing staff to ensure high-quality food for children. Ideal candidates will have experience as a Chef Manager and strong leadership skills. Apply now for the opportunity to make a difference in children's lives.

Benefits

Free meals on shift

Professional training

Access to staff benefits platform

Qualifications

• Experience as a Chef Manager, Catering Manager, or Head Chef.
• Strong leadership and organisational skills.
• A passion for producing healthy, high-quality food for children.

Responsibilities

• Oversee catering service to ensure fresh, healthy meals.
• Plan menus, manage stock and suppliers.
• Motivate the team and work closely with school staff.

Skills

Leadership skills

Organisational skills

Food hygiene and allergen awareness

Compliance knowledge

Passion for healthy food

Job description

Overview

Chef Manager - South West Region Term-time hours & school holidays off

Fantastic opportunities with competitive salaries, daytime shifts, and career progression.

Platinum Recruitment is working with one of the UK's leading contract caterers to recruit multiple Chef Manager roles across the South West Region. If you're an experienced Catering Manager or Head Chef, this is your chance to lead a team, create fresh menus, and enjoy the work-life balance of a term-time contract.

Why apply?

These roles offer the stability of daytime hours only, with evenings and weekends free. You'll also enjoy school holidays off, free meals on shift, and professional training to support your career growth.

Other highlights include:

• Competitive salaries depending on site (see below)
• A secure, long-term career with a respected employer
• Access to staff benefits platform and pension scheme
• A supportive, people-focused culture

Current opportunities in the South West Region include:

• Secondary School in Bristol - 45 hours per week - £35,000 p/a
• Primary School in Bournemouth - 35 hours per week - £20,300 p/a
• Secondary School in Hereford - 45 hours per week - £30,000 p/a

Key Responsibilities

As a Chef Manager, you'll oversee the catering service, ensuring meals are fresh, healthy, and appealing. You'll motivate your team, plan menus, manage stock and suppliers, and work closely with school staff to deliver an efficient, compliant service.

What we're looking for

We'd love to hear from you if you have:

• Experience as a Chef Manager, Catering Manager, or Head Chef
• Strong leadership and organisational skills
• A passion for producing healthy, high-quality food for children and young people
• Food hygiene and allergen awareness qualifications
• Confidence in compliance, health & safety, and team management

If you're ready for your next step in the South West Region, apply today to join a forward-thinking employer offering stability, development, and the chance to make a difference.

Job Number: KHI01 / INDCHEFMGR Location: Bournemouth Bristol or HerefordRole: Chef Manager

Platinum Recruitment is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.