School Kitchen Manager: Craft Healthy Meals & Lead a Team

Compass Group UK; Wickford; On-site; GBP 27,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading catering service provider is seeking a Chef Manager for their site at Runwell Community Primary School in Wickford. The role involves preparing food and managing kitchen operations with a focus on food quality and customer satisfaction. Ideal candidates will have culinary experience, excellent communication skills, and a passion for providing nutritious meals to children. The position offers a salary of £27,000 per annum, a 35-hour work week from Monday to Friday, holiday pay, and a term time only work schedule for an excellent work-life balance.

Benefits

Holiday pay

NEST pension scheme

Comprehensive Employee Assist Programme

Consistent training and development

Unlock - discount membership

Qualifications

• Passionate about delivering quality food experiences.
• Strong communication skills for team and customer interaction.
• Experience in managing kitchen health & safety and team development.

Responsibilities

• Prepare delicious food for children.
• Manage kitchen operations including health and safety.
• Cultivate strong relationships with clients and customers.

Skills

Passionate about food and customer service

Excellent communication skills

Supervisory skills

Financially astute

Craft background with relevant qualifications

Job description

A leading catering service provider is seeking a Chef Manager for their site at Runwell Community Primary School in Wickford. The role involves preparing food and managing kitchen operations with a focus on food quality and customer satisfaction. Ideal candidates will have culinary experience, excellent communication skills, and a passion for providing nutritious meals to children. The position offers a salary of £27,000 per annum, a 35-hour work week from Monday to Friday, holiday pay, and a term time only work schedule for an excellent work-life balance.