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Chef Manager

Job Posted: 21 days ago

Salary: £ 17 - 17 / Hour
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Croydon, London

Expire in: 7 days

Job Description

Chef Manager
* Term time only - 39 weeks plus 4.3 weeks holiday
* Great work-life balance
* South Croydon
* 37.5 hours per week - 7:00am - 3:00pm
* £17 per hour - Permanent Contract

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Chef Manager to lead a friendly school catering team within a primary school environment in South Croydon. This is a fantastic opportunity for a candidate with previous experience in a maintained (state) school environment who is looking for a great work-life balance with daytime hours only.

The Role
* Managing the day-to-day catering operation in a primary school
* Preparing and serving approximately 200 fresh meals per day
* Leading and supporting a team of 3 Catering Assistants
* Producing nutritious, well-presented meals in line with school food standards
* Managing menus, stock control, food safety, and hygiene compliance
* Maintaining high standards of service and customer care for pupils and staff
The Ideal Candidate
* Previous experience as a Chef Manager or strong Senior Chef/Supervisor ready to step up
* Experience in education or contract catering preferred
* Strong leadership and organisational skills
* Passion for fresh food and child-focused catering
* Confident working independently and managing a small team

What's on Offer
* £17 per hour, paid weekly or monthly
* Term-time only working - ideal for work-life balance
* 39 working weeks plus 4.8 weeks paid holiday
* Permanent contract
* Excellent training and clear opportunities for career progression
* Employee Benefits
* Employee Assistance Programme
* Pension Scheme
* Life Assurance Scheme
* 4.8 weeks paid holiday (pro rata)

If you are a motivated Chef Manager looking to make a positive impact in a school setting while enjoying sociable hours, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today or contact us to find out more.

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