Lead Chef Manager for Schools Catering

JAM Recruitment Ltd; Cannock Chase; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Holiday pay

Job summary

Berkeley Scott in Cannock is seeking a Chef Manager to oversee daily kitchen operations for school and contract catering sites. You will lead a kitchen brigade, plan menus, manage stock and ensure health and safety compliance in a busy education catering environment.

The role requires prior experience as Chef Manager or senior chef, strong leadership, and relevant food safety certifications. This temporary position offers holiday pay and agency-based work arrangements.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Chef Manager, Head Chef, Sous Chef or Senior Chef
• Experience leading or supervising a kitchen team
• Good knowledge of food safety and allergen procedures

Responsibilities

• Managing the day-to-day running of the kitchen
• Preparing and cooking fresh, high-quality meals
• Leading, motivating and supporting the kitchen team
• Following menus, recipes and catering requirements
• Managing stock, ordering and minimising food waste
• Ensuring food safety, hygiene and allergen procedures are followed
• Maintaining a clean, organised and safe kitchen
• Supporting the wider catering operation
• Ensuring meals are delivered on time and to a high standard
• Creating a positive dining experience for students and staff

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Education

Food Safety Level 2 Certificate

Food Allergen Awareness Certificate

Job description

Berkeley Scott in Cannock is seeking a Chef Manager to oversee daily kitchen operations for school and contract catering sites. You will lead a kitchen brigade, plan menus, manage stock and ensure health and safety compliance in a busy education catering environment.

The role requires prior experience as Chef Manager or senior chef, strong leadership, and relevant food safety certifications. This temporary position offers holiday pay and agency-based work arrangements.