Multi-Site School Kitchen Lead: Relief Chef Manager

WSH Group; Manchester; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

28 days holiday (including bank"s)

3 volunteering days

3 days grandparent leave

Pension & life insurance

Free meals while at work

Perkbox discounts

Job summary

Holroyd Howe is seeking a Relief Chef Manager to lead culinary teams across multiple sites in Manchester, delivering exceptional menus and dining experiences for pupils and staff. The role emphasizes allergen control, safety, and strong leadership in a contract catering environment.

You will create seasonal menus, manage staff, and oversee budgets while maintaining high standards of quality and service for independent schools and colleges.

Qualifications

• Experience as Chef Manager in contract catering preferred, especially in education or high-profile settings.
• Strong leadership, communication, and financial management abilities.
• Passion for fresh ingredients and innovative menus.
• Knowledge of allergens and food safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead kitchen operations ensuring the highest standards of food quality, safety, and presentation.
• Create innovative and seasonal menus tailored to the school’s requirements.
• Manage kitchen staff recruitment, training, and development.
• Control budgets, stock, and supplier relationships.
• Ensure compliance with all food safety, health & safety, and safeguarding policies.
• Collaborate with the wider catering and school teams to deliver outstanding customer experiences.
• Accountability for following and championing allergen controls.

Skills

Leadership & team management

Fresh ingredients & innovative menus

Organisational & communication skills

Financial management skills

Food trends, sustainability & allergen

Contract catering experience

Job description

Holroyd Howe is seeking a Relief Chef Manager to lead culinary teams across multiple sites in Manchester, delivering exceptional menus and dining experiences for pupils and staff. The role emphasizes allergen control, safety, and strong leadership in a contract catering environment.

You will create seasonal menus, manage staff, and oversee budgets while maintaining high standards of quality and service for independent schools and colleges.