Chef Manager – School Catering

Berkeley Scott; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading catering agency is seeking experienced Chef Managers for school catering across Oxfordshire. This role involves managing kitchen operations, providing nutritious meals, and leading a team. Ideal candidates should have relevant experience and certifications, with the potential for full-time placement.

Benefits

Flexible working opportunities

Ongoing support from the Berkeley Scott team

Opportunity for a full-time role

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a Chef Manager or similar role.
• Enhanced DBS Certificate must be current.
• Full UK Driving Licence and access to vehicle required.

Responsibilities

• Manage kitchen operations and lead a small team.
• Prepare healthy, child-friendly meals.
• Support schools across Oxfordshire.

Skills

Kitchen operations management

Team leadership

Meal preparation

Education

Food Safety Level 2

Food Allergy Awareness certification

Job description

Chef Manager – School Catering

Berkeley Scott is currently recruiting experienced Chef Managers to support schools across Oxfordshire on an agency basis – with the potential to become a full-time position. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a respected catering agency and make a meaningful impact by providing nutritious meals in an educational setting.

• Location: Oxfordshire (must drive) | Potential for Full-Time | Commencing September 2025
• Pay Rate: From £18.00 per hour
• Agency: Berkeley Scott

What We’re Looking For:

• Proven experience in a Chef Manager or similar role (preferably within schools or education catering)
• Confident managing kitchen operations and leading a small team
• A real passion for preparing healthy, child-friendly meals
• Enhanced DBS Certificate (must be current)
• Food Safety Level 2 and Food Allergy Awareness certification
• Full UK Driving Licence and access to your own vehicle (travel to different school sites required)

What We Offer:

• Hourly pay starting from £18.00
• Flexible working opportunities
• Ongoing support from the Berkeley Scott team
• Opportunity for a full-time role within school catering

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