Chef Manager — Term-Time Kitchen Leader & Creative Menus

Accent Catering Services Ltd; Arlesey; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free meals on duty

Free parking on site

Career development opportunities

Multiple Discounts on Accent Engage

HIT apprenticeships

Team events, awards and competitions

Pension scheme

Life insurance

Company sick pay

Work life balance

Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

Accent Catering Services Ltd are seeking a Chef Manager for our site in Arlesey SG15. The role offers 37k per year, 40 hours per week, and term-time only hours, with no late nights and weekends off.

You will lead the kitchen, manage a team, and oversee quality, costs and compliance to deliver nutritious meals for students. You will bring strong culinary craft and leadership, with a passion for high standards, creativity, and great service in a school environment.

Qualifications

• Experience leading a kitchen team in a catering or school environment.
• Strong culinary craft with high standards of food quality.
• Proven ability to manage costs, menus, and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Lead the kitchen operation and oversee menu planning and food quality.
• Ensure compliance, stock control and team performance.
• Inspire and develop the team to deliver high standards and creative offerings.

Skills

Kitchen management

Team leadership

Food safety

Budgeting

Culinary skills

Menu planning

Creativity

Allergen management

Overtime flexibility

Job description

Accent Catering Services Ltd are seeking a Chef Manager for our site in Arlesey SG15. The role offers 37k per year, 40 hours per week, and term-time only hours, with no late nights and weekends off.

You will lead the kitchen, manage a team, and oversee quality, costs and compliance to deliver nutritious meals for students. You will bring strong culinary craft and leadership, with a passion for high standards, creativity, and great service in a school environment.