Chef Manager — Lead School Kitchen (Term-Time)

Compass Group UK & Ireland; England; On-site; GBP 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading catering company in the United Kingdom is seeking a Chef Manager (Maternity Cover) for Hook Infant & Junior Schools. The role involves managing kitchen operations, ensuring quality food preparation, and building strong relationships with clients. Ideal candidates should have experience in food service, excellent communication and supervisory skills, and a commitment to customer satisfaction. This position offers a salary of £32,000 per annum, a term-time only contract, and various benefits including holiday pay and a pension scheme.

Benefits

Excellent work/life balance

Holiday pay

NEST pension scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Training and development

Discount membership through Perks at Work

Qualifications

• Ability to prepare delicious food.
• Experience managing kitchens, including Health & Safety.
• Skills in food delivery management and client relationships.

Responsibilities

• Prepare food and manage kitchen operations.
• Oversee food deliveries and ensure excellent service.
• Develop working relationships with clients and customers.

Skills

Passionate about food and customer service

Excellent communication skills

Supervisory skills

Financially astute

Education

Craft background with qualifications/experience

Job description

A leading catering company in the United Kingdom is seeking a Chef Manager (Maternity Cover) for Hook Infant & Junior Schools. The role involves managing kitchen operations, ensuring quality food preparation, and building strong relationships with clients. Ideal candidates should have experience in food service, excellent communication and supervisory skills, and a commitment to customer satisfaction. This position offers a salary of £32,000 per annum, a term-time only contract, and various benefits including holiday pay and a pension scheme.