School Chef Manager - St Austell

TN United Kingdom; St. Austell; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in the catering sector is seeking a passionate School Chef Manager to lead culinary teams and deliver exceptional food experiences. This role offers a supportive environment with opportunities for career growth and development. As part of a renowned organization, you will manage kitchen operations, ensure compliance with health standards, and drive sales through innovative food concepts. If you have a passion for great food and customer service, this is the perfect opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the education sector.

Benefits

Free meals

Onsite free car parking

Contributory pension scheme

Career development programs

Healthcare benefits

Travel discounts

Food shopping discounts

Cinema ticket discounts

Cash rewards on spending

Wellness classes

Qualifications

• At least two years of catering experience with team management.
• NVQ Level 1 & 2 or City & Guilds 706/1 and 2 required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare high-quality food and supervise culinary teams.
• Manage inventories, budgets, and ensure operational efficiency.

Skills

Catering Experience

Team Management

Customer Service

Communication Skills

Financial Acumen

Education

NVQ Level 1 & 2

City & Guilds 706/1 and 2

Basic Food Hygiene Certificate

Job description

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Job Description:

We ensure you're rewarded for all your hard work, which is why we offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Monday to Friday (days only)
• Free meals
• Onsite free car parking
• Contributory pension scheme
• Career development programs
• Healthcare benefits including Digital GP
• Travel discounts with TUI, Expedia, Booking.com, and more
• Food shopping discounts at Tesco, Sainsbury's, Morrisons
• Cinema ticket discounts up to 44%
• Cash rewards on spending
• Wellness, mindfulness, and exercise classes
• Share discounts with friends and family

Please note: This role is contracted to 44 weeks per year.

What you'll be doing:

As a School Chef Manager, you will ensure our kitchens and service counters run smoothly and deliver excellent food experiences. You will have opportunities for career growth within a supportive environment that values individuality and rewards excellence.

Key Responsibilities:

• Preparing high-quality, delicious food
• Supervising culinary and catering teams to maintain service standards
• Managing inventories, budgets, and operational efficiency
• Monitoring KPIs and targets with your line manager
• Representing the company positively and maintaining brand image
• Driving sales through new food or service concepts
• Communicating with customers and teams to exceed expectations
• Training and supporting team members
• Ensuring compliance with Health & Safety standards

Who you are:

• Passionate about great food and customer service
• At least two years of catering experience
• Experience managing teams
• NVQ Level 1 & 2 or City & Guilds 706/1 and 2
• Basic Food Hygiene certificate
• Financial acumen
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Motivated and eager to upskill

About Us:

Part of Compass Group UK&I, Chartwells specializes in catering for the education sector, serving nutritious meals across the UK. We are committed to safeguarding children and promoting diversity and inclusion in our workplace.