Term-Time School Chef Manager: Lead, Innovate, Profit

Grow and Thrive Limited; Oldham; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Apprenticeship programs

Learning & Development support

Job summary

Aspens Family in Oldham is seeking an ambitious Chef Manager to take full operational and financial responsibility for a school catering facility. This role blends kitchen leadership with strategic oversight to deliver top-quality food and service, elevating the dining experience in the region.

You will manage costs, lead a kitchen team, develop menus and drive monthly promotions, while ensuring compliance with health and safety standards and regulations.

Qualifications

• GP management and sales targets expected.
• Fresh ingredients used to deliver quality food.
• Experience in line management and coaching.
• Solid knowledge of health and safety practices.

Responsibilities

• Financial control of costs including stock, food and labour.
• Lead, coach and inspire the kitchen team daily.
• Oversee menu development and monthly promotions.
• Ensure standards and legislation through audits.

Skills

GP management

Team leadership

Menu development

Quality assurance

Health & safety

Education

OND/HND

Job description

Aspens Family in Oldham is seeking an ambitious Chef Manager to take full operational and financial responsibility for a school catering facility. This role blends kitchen leadership with strategic oversight to deliver top-quality food and service, elevating the dining experience in the region.

You will manage costs, lead a kitchen team, develop menus and drive monthly promotions, while ensuring compliance with health and safety standards and regulations.