School Catering Manager – Lead Kitchen & Safety

Heron Hall Academy; Greater London; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Heron Hall Academy in London seeks an experienced Chef Manager to lead the day-to-day running of the school kitchen, ensuring high standards of food preparation, service, hygiene and allergen management.

Working with the Head of Catering and team, you will provide high-quality meals for pupils and staff in a safe, clean environment. The role rewards reliability, organisation and a commitment to safeguarding and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Experience in a busy kitchen or catering environment.
• Strong understanding of food hygiene, allergens and safety.
• Ability to follow menus and recipes accurately.
• Organised, proactive and capable of leading a team.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day kitchen operations and maintain high standards.
• Ensure hygiene, food safety and allergen controls.
• Support Head of Catering and catering team to deliver meals.
• Communicate effectively with pupils, staff and colleagues.
• Respond flexibly to changing needs of a busy academy.

Skills

Kitchen experience

Food hygiene

Allergen management

Menu follow

Task organisation

Communication

Teamwork

Safeguarding & safety

Punctuality

Proactive attitude

Job description

Heron Hall Academy in London seeks an experienced Chef Manager to lead the day-to-day running of the school kitchen, ensuring high standards of food preparation, service, hygiene and allergen management.

Working with the Head of Catering and team, you will provide high-quality meals for pupils and staff in a safe, clean environment. The role rewards reliability, organisation and a commitment to safeguarding and continuous improvement.