Chef Manager: Lead a School Kitchen in Term-Time Hours

Grow and Thrive Limited; Dobwalls; On-site; GBP 23,419,000 - 28,930,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

£14 per hour

32.5 hours per week

38 weeks per year

Learning & Development opportunities

Job summary

Aspens Services is seeking a Chef Manager to take full operational and financial responsibility for a school catering facility. You will lead and develop a kitchen team, oversee menu development and drive promotions to grow sales while maintaining high standards of quality and safety.

The role requires strong GP management, cost control skills, and a passion for fresh ingredients. OND/HND is a bonus; on-the-job experience matters most.

Qualifications

• When GP management is strong, profitability targets are met and costs are controlled.
• A track record of leading kitchen teams to deliver quality food and service.

Responsibilities

• Financial control: manage stock, food and labour costs.
• Lead, coach and inspire the kitchen team to deliver excellence.
• Oversee menu development and drive monthly promotions.

Skills

GP management

Team leadership

Cost control

Health and safety

Education

OND/HND

Job description

Aspens Services is seeking a Chef Manager to take full operational and financial responsibility for a school catering facility. You will lead and develop a kitchen team, oversee menu development and drive promotions to grow sales while maintaining high standards of quality and safety.

The role requires strong GP management, cost control skills, and a passion for fresh ingredients. OND/HND is a bonus; on-the-job experience matters most.