School Catering Chef Manager - Lead Kitchen & Grow Profits

Aspens Services Ltd.; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

40 hours per week

39 weeks per year

Term-time schedule

Learning & Development support

Job summary

Aspens Services Ltd in Birmingham is seeking a Chef Manager to take full operational and financial responsibility for the school catering facility. You will lead a kitchen team, manage costs and drive menu development to deliver high-quality meals and value-added events.

The role requires strong GP management, hands-on culinary excellence, and a proven ability to coach staff while maintaining health and safety standards. Term-time hours and school-aligned schedule apply.

Qualifications

• Strong GP management understanding and ability to hit sales targets.
• Fresh ingredients and high-quality food preparation.
• Experience in line management, coaching and developing a team.
• Solid knowledge of health and safety practices.
• Qualification like OND/HND is a bonus but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Financial control of stock, food and labour costs.
• Lead, coach and inspire kitchen team to deliver excellence.
• Oversee menu development and drive monthly promotions.
• Ensure standards and legislation are met through audits.

Skills

GP management

Team leadership

Menu development

Health & safety

Culinary excellence

Education

OND/HND

Job description

Aspens Services Ltd in Birmingham is seeking a Chef Manager to take full operational and financial responsibility for the school catering facility. You will lead a kitchen team, manage costs and drive menu development to deliver high-quality meals and value-added events.

The role requires strong GP management, hands-on culinary excellence, and a proven ability to coach staff while maintaining health and safety standards. Term-time hours and school-aligned schedule apply.