Head Chef Manager - High-Volume School Kitchen

Impact Food Group; Brownhills; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free meals on shift

Uniform provided

Staff discount scheme across 850+ reta

Job summary

Impact Food Group is seeking a Chef Manager for Queen Marys Grammar School in Walsall. You will lead a high-volume kitchen, manage a catering team, plan menus, and ensure food safety and budget control, delivering fresh, seasonal meals to hundreds of students each day.

The role operates Monday–Friday, 7:00–16:30 (45 hours/week) across 42 weeks per year, with a £35,000 annual salary. Interview and kitchen visit are part of the recruitment process.

Qualifications

• Previous experience managing a kitchen, ideally in schools or high-volume catering environments.
• Proven ability to cook fresh, seasonal food at high volumes.
• Strong people management and team leadership skills.
• Experience managing kitchen operations, stock, and compliance.
• Excellent organisational and communication skills.
• A proactive, hands-on approach and pride in maintaining high standards.

Responsibilities

• Leading, motivating, and developing your catering team
• Preparing and serving fresh, seasonal meals at high volume
• Planning menus, managing stock, and controlling budgets
• Ensuring all food hygiene, safety, and compliance standards are met
• Building strong relationships with onsite clients and stakeholders
• Overseeing the smooth running of service, from prep to finish

Job description

Impact Food Group is seeking a Chef Manager for Queen Marys Grammar School in Walsall. You will lead a high-volume kitchen, manage a catering team, plan menus, and ensure food safety and budget control, delivering fresh, seasonal meals to hundreds of students each day.

The role operates Monday–Friday, 7:00–16:30 (45 hours/week) across 42 weeks per year, with a £35,000 annual salary. Interview and kitchen visit are part of the recruitment process.