School Kitchen Manager: Lead & Innovate (Term-Time)

Grow and Thrive Limited; Oxford; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Aspens Services, based in Oxford, is seeking a Chef Manager to take full operational and financial responsibility for a school catering facility. You will lead a kitchen team, manage GP and drive innovative menus to elevate dining experiences.

We offer a Monday–Friday term-time schedule with 40 hours per week and opportunities for professional growth within a rapidly expanding education catering provider.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of gross profit management and ability to hit sales targets.
• Demonstrated experience coaching, motivating and developing a high-performing kitchen team.
• Excellent knowledge of health and safety practices.
• Experience in budget control and cost reduction within a catering operation.

Responsibilities

• Financial Control: Managing and improving all controllable costs, including stock, food and labour.
• Team Leadership: Lead, coach, train and inspire your kitchen team to deliver excellence every day.
• Culinary Innovation: Oversee menu development and drive sales through monthly promotions and events.
• Quality Assurance: Ensure standards, systems and legislation are met through audits and proactive management.

Skills

Financial acumen

People leadership

Culinary craft

Health & safety knowledge

Education

OND/HND

Job description

Aspens Services, based in Oxford, is seeking a Chef Manager to take full operational and financial responsibility for a school catering facility. You will lead a kitchen team, manage GP and drive innovative menus to elevate dining experiences.

We offer a Monday–Friday term-time schedule with 40 hours per week and opportunities for professional growth within a rapidly expanding education catering provider.