School Kitchen Chef Manager: Lead Nutritious Meals

Hertfordshire Catering Limited; Croxley Green; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Hertfordshire Catering Limited seeks a Chef Manager to lead the preparation and service of fresh, nutritious meals for students and staff. You will manage daily kitchen operations, stock, and budgets in a fast-paced environment.

You will ensure food safety and hygiene, monitor quality and portions, and support staff development while delivering an excellent dining experience across the site.

Qualifications

• Food Hygiene Level 2 certificate required.
• NVQ Level 2/3 desirable.
• Strong leadership and team development ability.
• Experience in school catering or similar environment preferred.
• Budgeting and stock control experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day kitchen operations and service.
• Prepare and deliver fresh, nutritious meals.
• Oversee stock control, purchasing and budget management.
• Ensure compliance with food safety, hygiene and health & safety laws.
• Monitor food quality, presentation and portion control.
• Manage allergen awareness and cater to dietary needs.
• Build positive relationships with staff, students and the community.
• Maintain records (HACCP, temperature checks, audits) and develop the team.

Skills

Leadership

Budgeting

Food safety

Allergen awareness

Education

NVQ Level 2/3

Food Hygiene Level 2

Job description

Hertfordshire Catering Limited seeks a Chef Manager to lead the preparation and service of fresh, nutritious meals for students and staff. You will manage daily kitchen operations, stock, and budgets in a fast-paced environment.

You will ensure food safety and hygiene, monitor quality and portions, and support staff development while delivering an excellent dining experience across the site.