Chef Manager — School Kitchen Leader, 40h, Term-Time

Accent Catering Services Ltd; St Leonards; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free meals on duty

Free parking on site

Pension scheme

Life insurance

Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

Accent Catering Services Ltd is seeking a Chef Manager for its secondary school site in St Leonards-On-Sea. The role offers 40 hours/week, Monday to Friday, term time only, with evenings and weekends off.

You will lead the kitchen, plan menus, ensure food quality, stock control, and supervise a team to deliver nutritious meals that support student wellbeing. We are looking for a talented Chef Manager with strong craft skills, creativity for themed days and events, and a passion for people

Qualifications

• Excellent craft skills for leading a kitchen
• Proven experience in managing, training and leading a team
• Proven track record of continually improving standards
• Passion for food with excellent culinary skills and great eye for detail
• Creativity in developing themed days, pop ups, hospitality and large events
• Financial and budget awareness with experience in controlling food costs

Responsibilities

• Lead the kitchen operation and manage your own kitchen
• Oversee menu planning, food quality, compliance, stock control and team performance
• Inspire the team, deliver high standards and bring creativity and energy to a busy school environment

Job description

Accent Catering Services Ltd is seeking a Chef Manager for its secondary school site in St Leonards-On-Sea. The role offers 40 hours/week, Monday to Friday, term time only, with evenings and weekends off.

You will lead the kitchen, plan menus, ensure food quality, stock control, and supervise a team to deliver nutritious meals that support student wellbeing. We are looking for a talented Chef Manager with strong craft skills, creativity for themed days and events, and a passion for people