School Kitchen Manager: Lead Fresh Meals, Term-Time

HCL; Borehamwood; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 18,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Joining bonus £1000 (T&Cs)

Uniform provided

Refer a friend bonus

Career progression

VIVUP discounts

EAP & Financial Support

Enhanced DBS paid by HCL

Job summary

HCL invites applications for a Cook Manager at Saffron Green Primary School. The role combines hands-on kitchen leadership with team development to deliver fresh, nutritious meals during term time.

You will manage schedules, budgets and maintain high standards of hygiene to ensure a safe, enjoyable dining experience for pupils and staff. With a 27.5 hour week, no weekends or late nights, this position supports safeguarding and offers opportunities for progression within our school catering

Qualifications

• Lead and manage the day-to-day kitchen operations.
• Prepare, and deliver fresh, nutritious meals.
• Oversee stock control, ordering, and budget management.
• Ensure compliance with food safety, hygiene, and health & safety regulations.
• Monitor food quality, presentation, and portion control.
• Manage allergen awareness and cater for special dietary requirements.
• Build positive relationships with staff, students, and the wider school community.
• Maintain accurate records (e.g., HACCP, temperature checks, audits).

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee day-to-day kitchen operations.
• Prepare and deliver nutritious meals for pupils and staff.
• Control stock, orders and budget management.
• Ensure compliance with food safety, hygiene and health & safety rules.

Skills

Leadership

Budget management

Food safety

Time management

Team development

Allergen awareness

Record keeping

HACCP

Education

Food Hygiene Level 2 certificate

NVQ Level 2/3

Job description

HCL invites applications for a Cook Manager at Saffron Green Primary School. The role combines hands-on kitchen leadership with team development to deliver fresh, nutritious meals during term time.

You will manage schedules, budgets and maintain high standards of hygiene to ensure a safe, enjoyable dining experience for pupils and staff. With a 27.5 hour week, no weekends or late nights, this position supports safeguarding and offers opportunities for progression within our school catering