School Chef Manager - Term-Time Leadership & Fresh Food

BaxterStorey; Swindon; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Blended learning programme

Employee discounts

Wellbeing services and Virtual GP

Job summary

Caterlink is seeking an enthusiastic Chef Manager to run the Nylands School site in Swindon. The role is term-time only, 25 hours per week, Monday to Friday 9:00–2:00, with no weekend work and a £13.40 per hour rate.

You will manage food preparation, safety compliance, budgeting and staff supervision while maintaining high standards for pupils and staff. DBS disclosure is required and the role includes opportunities for training and career development within Caterlink.

Qualifications

• Experience cooking and presenting food to client standards.
• Ensure compliance with Health and Safety and Food Safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook and present food to Caterlink and client standards.
• Ensure site meets statutory and company health and safety requirements.
• Enhance Caterlink's reputation for quality food and service with client and customers.
• Oversee day-to-day running including supervising teams, inventories and budgets.
• Be the main client contact in school and implement improvements.
• Monitor KPIs and financial targets with line manager.
• Train and develop teams to excel in their roles.

Skills

Food safety

Budgeting

Team leadership

Client liaison

Health & safety

Education

Catering qualification

Job description

Caterlink is seeking an enthusiastic Chef Manager to run the Nylands School site in Swindon. The role is term-time only, 25 hours per week, Monday to Friday 9:00–2:00, with no weekend work and a £13.40 per hour rate.

You will manage food preparation, safety compliance, budgeting and staff supervision while maintaining high standards for pupils and staff. DBS disclosure is required and the role includes opportunities for training and career development within Caterlink.