Assistant Chef Manager

Assistant Chef Manager Term Time Only
Salary: £33,000 per annum
Hours: MondayFriday, Term Time Only

We are seeking a passionate and hands-on Assistant Chef Manager to join our vibrant school catering team. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced chef who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is looking for a great worklife balance with no evenings, weekends or school holidays.

As Assistant Chef Manager, you will support the Chef Manager in delivering a high-quality, nutritious and engaging food offer to students and staff. You will play a key role in menu planning, food preparation, staff supervision and ensuring all meals meet both school and dietary standards.

• Assist in the daily preparation, cooking and service of fresh meals

• Support menu development in line with school nutrition guidelines

• Supervise and motivate the catering team

• Ensure food safety and health & safety standards are adhered to

• Assist with stock control, ordering and kitchen administration

• Step up to lead the kitchen in the Chef Managers absence

• Proven experience in a similar Chef or Assistant Chef Manager role

• Strong cooking skills with a passion for fresh, wholesome food

• Excellent communication and team leadership abilities

• Knowledge of health & safety and food hygiene regulations

• A positive, proactive attitude with strong organisational skills

• An enhanced DBS check (or willingness to obtain one)

• £33,000 salary (term-time only)

• MondayFriday working

• Supportive, friendly working environment

• Opportunity to innovate and bring fresh ideas to the menu

• Great worklife balance

If youre a creative and enthusiastic chef looking to make a real impact in a school environment, wed love to hear from you.