Chef Manager: Lead School Kitchen & Catering Team

Kellan Group

Tamworth

On-site

GBP 25,000 - 33,000

Full time

14 days+
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Job summary

Berkeley Scott are recruiting an experienced Chef Manager for agency opportunities across Tamworth, working with schools and contract catering sites.

As Chef Manager, you'll run the kitchen, lead the team and deliver fresh, high-quality meals in a busy catering environment. The role suits someone with leadership experience in education or contract catering and strong food-safety knowledge.

You'll manage menus, stock, hygiene and ensure timely, high-standard dining for students and staff.

Qualifications

  • Previous experience as Chef Manager/Head/Senior Chef.
  • Experience leading or supervising a kitchen team.
  • Contract catering or education catering experience is highly desirable.
  • Food Safety Level 2 certificate.
  • Food Allergen Awareness certificate.
  • Strong leadership and communication skills.

Responsibilities

  • Managing the day-to-day running of the kitchen
  • Preparing and cooking fresh, high-quality meals
  • Leading, motivating and supporting the kitchen team
  • Following menus, recipes and catering requirements
  • Managing stock, ordering and minimising food waste
  • Ensuring food safety, hygiene and allergen procedures are followed
  • Maintaining a clean, organised and safe kitchen
  • Supporting the wider catering operation
  • Ensuring meals are delivered on time and to a high standard
  • Creating a positive dining experience for students and staff

Skills

Leadership
Communication
Kitchen management
Food safety practices
Allergen awareness

Education

Food Safety Level 2 certificate
Food Allergen Awareness certificate

Job description

Berkeley Scott are recruiting an experienced Chef Manager for agency opportunities across Tamworth, working with schools and contract catering sites.

As Chef Manager, you'll run the kitchen, lead the team and deliver fresh, high-quality meals in a busy catering environment. The role suits someone with leadership experience in education or contract catering and strong food-safety knowledge.

You'll manage menus, stock, hygiene and ensure timely, high-standard dining for students and staff.

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