Chef Manager

Why This Role Is Different

Unlike traditional hospitality roles, this position offers:

Family-friendly hours - No late nights, no split shifts, no weekend work
Term-time working plus 2 weeks within the holiday period - enjoy the rest of the school holidays off
Predictable routine - Stable daytime hours aligned with the school day
Work-life balance - More time for family, hobbies, and personal wellbeing

Key Benefits

• Generous pension scheme
• Paid holidays 28 days plus bank holidays (pro-rated salary across the year)
• Consistent daytime schedule
• Supportive, community-focused working environment
• Opportunities for training and development
• Job security within the education sector

About the Role

As Chef Manager, you will:

• Work closely with Head of Catering to lead and inspire a catering team
• Plan and prepare healthy, balanced meals in line with school standards
• Manage stock, ordering, and budgets
• Ensure high standards of food safety and hygiene
• Create a positive dining experience for students and staff

About You

We’re looking for someone who:

• Has experience as a chef, ideally in a large catering environment. Experience in Education is desirable but not essential - a willingness to understand the sector is essential
• Enjoys working in a structured, daytime environment
• Values routine, reliability, and teamwork
• Is passionate about providing nutritious, high-quality food
• Wants a long-term role with excellent work-life balance

Ready for a Better Way to Work?

If you love cooking but are ready to leave behind the demands of traditional hospitality, this could be the perfect next step.

Join us and rediscover why you became a chef.

If you have any queries or would like to discuss this role please contact Jackie Jessup, Head of Catering.