Head Chef & Catering Manager – School Dining

Thomas Franks Ltd; Bolton; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free meals on duty

Cycle to work scheme

Workplace pension

Employee assistance programme

Volunteers leave – up to one day per -

Job summary

Thomas Franks Ltd. in Bolton is seeking a Chef Manager to lead the day-to-day production and service across the site, ensuring top-quality food and customer service. You will manage budgets and drive improvements in dining facilities.

The role requires hands-on leadership in a large catering operation, with responsibilities for P&L reporting and staff development to meet client expectations and standards.

Qualifications

• Proven experience delivering excellent food standards.
• Hands-on Catering Manager leading production and service.
• Proven ability to communicate with clients and deliver objectives.
• Competent with computer skills and basic software.
• Strong written and verbal communication.
• Customer service achievements track record.
• Ability to work as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Lead the catering team in day-to-day production and service across the site.
• Deliver client and company budgets.
• Develop dining and hospitality facilities while maintaining quality and service standards.
• Prepare monthly and annual Profit & Loss statements for the site.
• Drive offer development in line with client expectations and budget.
• Ensure day-to-day operations align with business requirements.
• Motivate staff and drive continuous improvement across departments.
• Engage with clients and members to meet requirements.

Skills

Catering management

Food quality standards

Customer service

Team leadership

Budget management

Communication

Education

City & Guilds 706/1 & 706/2 or equivalent

Level 3 Food Hygiene

Tools

Computer skills

Microsoft Office

Job description

Thomas Franks Ltd. in Bolton is seeking a Chef Manager to lead the day-to-day production and service across the site, ensuring top-quality food and customer service. You will manage budgets and drive improvements in dining facilities.

The role requires hands-on leadership in a large catering operation, with responsibilities for P&L reporting and staff development to meet client expectations and standards.