Chef Manager – School Kitchen Leader (Term Time, 7–3)

Olive Dining Ltd; City of Westminster; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Family-Friendly Hours

Weekends Off

Supportive Team Culture

Free Meals on Duty

Wellbeing First

Employee Assistance Programme

Room to Grow

Job summary

Olive Dining Ltd. is seeking a Chef Manager to lead daily kitchen operations serving 700 students across multiple schools. You will manage a team of nine, ensuring high standards of food quality, safety, and teamwork within a family-run business.

The role focuses on fresh, nutritious meals in a supportive environment, with term-time hours (7am–3pm) and a commitment to staff development and wellbeing.

Qualifications

• Experience as Sous chef or Chef Manager within an education setting (preferred)
• Understanding of good food hygiene and health and safety requirements
• Ability to lead a team (e.g., 9 staff) and manage day-to-day kitchen operations
• Passion for fresh, quality food and building rapport with children, staff and parents

Responsibilities

• Lead the kitchen to serve 700 students daily
• Lead and motivate a team of 9 in a fast-paced environment
• Build rapport with children, staff and parents to support school meals
• Oversee allergens, stock, ordering, and kitchen hygiene

Job description

Olive Dining Ltd. is seeking a Chef Manager to lead daily kitchen operations serving 700 students across multiple schools. You will manage a team of nine, ensuring high standards of food quality, safety, and teamwork within a family-run business.

The role focuses on fresh, nutritious meals in a supportive environment, with term-time hours (7am–3pm) and a commitment to staff development and wellbeing.