Chef Manager — School Catering & Ops Leader

Aspens Services Ltd.; Castleford; Hybrid; GBP 21,000 - 23,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Fixed-term contract

School term-time hours

£15.50 per hour

Job summary

Aspens Services Ltd in Castleford is seeking a Chef Manager to take full operational and financial responsibility for the school's catering facility. You will lead the kitchen team, oversee menu development and promotions, and ensure quality and compliance across all activities.

The role emphasizes GP management, food quality, staff development, and adherence to safety standards, with a fixed-term contract, 32.5 hours per week, during school terms, at £15.50 per hour.

Qualifications

• Experience in managing gross profit and driving sales targets.
• Line management experience with coaching and developing teams.
• Strong knowledge of health and safety practices and legislation.

Responsibilities

• Financial control: manage stock, food and labour costs.
• Lead, coach, train and inspire kitchen staff.
• Oversee menu development and drive sales via promotions.
• Ensure standards and legal compliance through audits.

Skills

GP management

Team leadership

Health and safety

Culinary craftsmanship

Sales/promotions

Education

OND/HND (bonus)

Full UK Driving Licence

Job description

Aspens Services Ltd in Castleford is seeking a Chef Manager to take full operational and financial responsibility for the school's catering facility. You will lead the kitchen team, oversee menu development and promotions, and ensure quality and compliance across all activities.

The role emphasizes GP management, food quality, staff development, and adherence to safety standards, with a fixed-term contract, 32.5 hours per week, during school terms, at £15.50 per hour.