School Kitchen Manager — Lead Fresh Meals & Team

Impact Food Group; Aldershot; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 19,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free meal on shift

Uniform provided

Training & development

Staff discount scheme

Job summary

Impact Food Group (IFG) is seeking a Cook Manager to lead a small school kitchen near Aldershot GU11. Working Monday to Friday from 8am to 2:30pm, 30 hours per week during 39 term weeks, you will manage the kitchen team and deliver fresh, seasonal meals to pupils.

This hands-on leadership role focuses on food preparation, menu planning, stock control, and compliance with hygiene standards. The role offers daytime hours, holidays off, and a chance to contribute to children's wellbeing.

Qualifications

• Experience managing a kitchen, preferably in school or high-volume catering.
• Ability to plan menus and oversee day-to-day running of the kitchen.
• Strong people management and leadership skills.
• Good organisational and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day kitchen operations.
• Lead, motivate and develop the catering team.
• Prepare and serve fresh, seasonal meals for pupils.
• Plan menus, manage stock and ensure food hygiene compliance.
• Liaise with onsite clients and stakeholders to ensure smooth service.

Skills

Kitchen leadership

Team management

Food hygiene

Communication

Job description

Impact Food Group (IFG) is seeking a Cook Manager to lead a small school kitchen near Aldershot GU11. Working Monday to Friday from 8am to 2:30pm, 30 hours per week during 39 term weeks, you will manage the kitchen team and deliver fresh, seasonal meals to pupils.

This hands-on leadership role focuses on food preparation, menu planning, stock control, and compliance with hygiene standards. The role offers daytime hours, holidays off, and a chance to contribute to children's wellbeing.