Term-Time Chef Manager: Lead, Innovate & Profit

Aspens Services Ltd.; St. Ives; Remote; GBP 13,000 - 15,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekdays only (school term time)

Competitive hourly rate £14

Job summary

Aspens Services Ltd. in St Ives, United Kingdom is seeking a Chef Manager to take full operational and financial responsibility for the school catering facility. You will lead a kitchen team, manage costs, and drive menu development and promotions to deliver high-quality meals.

The role emphasizes strong GP management, health and safety compliance, and hands-on leadership to create exceptional cafeterias that support our education-sector clients.

Qualifications

• Experience in GP management and hitting sales targets.
• Strong leadership and ability to coach and develop a high-performing team.
• Proven cost control skills across stock, food and labour.
• Solid knowledge of health and safety practices.
• On-the-job experience valued; OND/HND is a bonus.

Responsibilities

• Financial control: manage controllable costs including stock, food and labour.
• Team leadership: train and inspire kitchen staff to excel daily.
• Culinary innovation: oversee menu development and promotions.
• Quality assurance: ensure standards and legislation are met through audits.

Skills

GP management

Team leadership

Menu development

Health and safety knowledge

Coaching & motivation

Education

OND/HND (bonus)

Job description

Aspens Services Ltd. in St Ives, United Kingdom is seeking a Chef Manager to take full operational and financial responsibility for the school catering facility. You will lead a kitchen team, manage costs, and drive menu development and promotions to deliver high-quality meals.

The role emphasizes strong GP management, health and safety compliance, and hands-on leadership to create exceptional cafeterias that support our education-sector clients.