Term-Time School Chef Manager - Hands-On Leader

BaxterStorey; Greater London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education sector catering provider in Greater London seeks an experienced Chef Manager to ensure students receive nutritionally balanced meals. You will oversee kitchen operations while demonstrating a passion for food and service. Strong communication, cooking skills, health and safety knowledge, and team management experience are essential. Enjoy a work-life balance with term-time only work and no weekends, along with opportunities for professional development and employee benefits.

Benefits

Employee Discount Platform

Pension scheme

Employee Assistance Program

Blended learning programme

Qualifications

• Experience in a hands-on chef role, ideally with school or college catering.
• Strong passion for food and service.
• Ability to manage a team effectively.

Responsibilities

• Ensure nutritionally balanced and tasty food for students.
• Manage kitchen operations and staff efficiently.
• Maintain compliance with health and food safety standards.

Skills

Communication skills

Cooking

Health and safety knowledge

Food safety knowledge

IT literacy

Education

Relevant Chef qualifications

Job description

A leading education sector catering provider in Greater London seeks an experienced Chef Manager to ensure students receive nutritionally balanced meals. You will oversee kitchen operations while demonstrating a passion for food and service. Strong communication, cooking skills, health and safety knowledge, and team management experience are essential. Enjoy a work-life balance with term-time only work and no weekends, along with opportunities for professional development and employee benefits.