School Kitchen Manager - Term-Time Maternity Cover

Compass Group; Hook; On-site; GBP 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading catering service provider is seeking a Chef Manager for maternity cover at Hook Infant & Junior Schools. You will prepare delicious food while managing kitchen operations and ensuring excellent customer service in a term-time only contract. Ideal candidates have a passion for food, strong communication skills, and experience managing teams. A competitive salary of £32,000 per annum is offered, along with a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Holiday pay

NEST pension scheme

Comprehensive Employee Assist Programme

Consistent training and development

Perks at Work - discount membership

Qualifications

• Passion for food and excellent customer service is essential.
• Strong communication skills are necessary throughout the customer and client journey.
• Experience managing and motivating a large team is required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare delicious food for children.
• Manage kitchen operations including Health & Safety.
• Ensure excellent customer service and maintain strong client relationships.

Skills

Passionate about food and customer service

Excellent communication skills

Excellent supervisory skills

Financially astute

Education

Craft background with relevant qualifications/experience

Job description

A leading catering service provider is seeking a Chef Manager for maternity cover at Hook Infant & Junior Schools. You will prepare delicious food while managing kitchen operations and ensuring excellent customer service in a term-time only contract. Ideal candidates have a passion for food, strong communication skills, and experience managing teams. A competitive salary of £32,000 per annum is offered, along with a supportive work environment.