School Kitchen Manager: Fresh, Seasonal Meals (Daytime)

Impact Food Group; Greater London; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free meal on shift

Uniform provided

Training & development

Free qualifications

Staff discount scheme

Monthly team incentives

Job summary

Impact Food Group is hiring a Cook Manager for Clare House Primary School in BR3. You will lead a kitchen team to produce fresh, seasonal meals for students in a term-time role (39 weeks per year) with shifts 7.30am-3pm, Monday–Friday.

The role is hands-on and focused on people management, menu planning, stock control, and compliance with hygiene standards. A passion for great school meals is essential.

Qualifications

• Experience managing a kitchen, ideally in schools or high-volume catering environments.
• Skilled in preparing fresh, seasonal food.
• Strong people management and team leadership skills.
• Good organisational and communication skills.
• Proactive, hands-on approach with pride in maintaining high standards.
• Good understanding of food hygiene and safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Managing the day-to-day running of the kitchen.
• Leading, motivating, and developing the catering team.
• Preparing and serving fresh, seasonal meals for the school.
• Planning menus, managing stock, ensuring food hygiene compliance.
• Liaising with onsite clients and stakeholders.
• Ensuring service runs smoothly and efficiently.

Skills

People management

Team leadership

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Hands-on leadership

Job description

Impact Food Group is hiring a Cook Manager for Clare House Primary School in BR3. You will lead a kitchen team to produce fresh, seasonal meals for students in a term-time role (39 weeks per year) with shifts 7.30am-3pm, Monday–Friday.

The role is hands-on and focused on people management, menu planning, stock control, and compliance with hygiene standards. A passion for great school meals is essential.