School Catering Chef Manager: Lead Kitchen & Profit

Aspens Services Ltd.; Crewe; Hybrid; GBP 26,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Aspens Services Ltd. is seeking a Chef Manager to take full operational and financial responsibility for a school's catering facility in Crewe. You will lead a kitchen team, manage costs, and drive menu development to deliver high-quality meals and a standout dining experience.

This role offers 37.5 hours per week, term-time only (39 weeks per year), at £18 per hour. It emphasizes GP management, health and safety, and opportunities for career development within a fast-growing education catering

Qualifications

• GP management expertise and ability to hit sales targets.
• Strong craft skills using fresh ingredients to deliver exceptional quality food.
• Experience in line management and developing a high-performing team.
• Excellent knowledge of health and safety practices.

Responsibilities

• Financial control: managing stock, food and labour costs.
• Team leadership: coach, train and inspire your kitchen team to deliver excellence every day.
• Culinary innovation: oversee menu development and drive sales through promotions and events.
• Quality assurance: ensure standards, systems and regulations are met through audits and proactive management.

Skills

GP management

Team leadership

Food quality

Health & safety

Education

OND/HND

Job description

Aspens Services Ltd. is seeking a Chef Manager to take full operational and financial responsibility for a school's catering facility in Crewe. You will lead a kitchen team, manage costs, and drive menu development to deliver high-quality meals and a standout dining experience.

This role offers 37.5 hours per week, term-time only (39 weeks per year), at £18 per hour. It emphasizes GP management, health and safety, and opportunities for career development within a fast-growing education catering