School Kitchen Manager: Lead Fresh Seasonal Meals

Impact Food Group; Molesey; Hybrid; GBP 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free meal on shift

Uniform provided

Training & career progression

Staff discount scheme

Job summary

Impact Food Group (IFG) is hiring a Cook Manager at St Albans Catholic Primary School, East Molesey. You will lead a kitchen team to deliver fresh, seasonal meals to pupils, with daytime hours Monday to Friday.

The role involves managing daily kitchen operations, menu planning, stock control, and ensuring food hygiene standards. We offer excellent work-life balance, free meals, and opportunities for progression.

Qualifications

• Previous 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.
• A 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 your catering team
• Preparing and serving fresh, seasonal meals for the school
• Planning menus, managing stock, and ensuring compliance with food hygiene and safety standards
• Liaising directly with onsite clients and stakeholders
• Ensuring service runs smoothly and efficiently

Skills

Leadership

Food preparation

Communication

Organisation

People management

Job description

Impact Food Group (IFG) is hiring a Cook Manager at St Albans Catholic Primary School, East Molesey. You will lead a kitchen team to deliver fresh, seasonal meals to pupils, with daytime hours Monday to Friday.

The role involves managing daily kitchen operations, menu planning, stock control, and ensuring food hygiene standards. We offer excellent work-life balance, free meals, and opportunities for progression.