School Chef Manager — Lead Kitchen & Team (Term-Time)

Accent Catering Services Ltd; Twickenham; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free meals on duty

Free parking on site

Discounts on Accent Engage platform

Job summary

Accent Catering Services Ltd is seeking a Chef Manager for our Twickenham site at St James’s Catholic Primary School. The role focuses on leading the kitchen, menu planning, and delivering high-quality, nutritious meals during term time with a 40-hour work week.

You will manage a team, ensure safety and compliance, control stock and costs, and create engaging, themed food experiences. Enjoy a supportive environment and opportunities for progression within our award‑winning catering team.

Qualifications

• Experience managing, training and leading a team.
• Proven track record of continually improving standards.
• Passion for food with culinary excellence.
• Experience developing themed days and events.
• Budget control and food cost management.
• Strong food safety and allergen knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Lead the kitchen operation and menu planning.
• Ensure high food quality and compliance with safety standards.
• Manage stock and control costs.
• Develop themed days, pop ups and events.
• Inspire and develop the kitchen team.

Skills

Kitchen management

Team leadership

Food quality control

Budget awareness

Food safety knowledge

Job description

Accent Catering Services Ltd is seeking a Chef Manager for our Twickenham site at St James’s Catholic Primary School. The role focuses on leading the kitchen, menu planning, and delivering high-quality, nutritious meals during term time with a 40-hour work week.

You will manage a team, ensure safety and compliance, control stock and costs, and create engaging, themed food experiences. Enjoy a supportive environment and opportunities for progression within our award‑winning catering team.