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Our client is seeking a proactive and experienced Chef Manager to lead the catering operation within a high-volume secondary school in the Langley area. This is an exciting opportunity to shape a busy service, deliver fresh-cooked meals, and provide strong leadership to a committed team.
Location: Langley Area (SL3)
Salary: £35,000 per annum
Weeks: 42 Hours: 45 Shift: 07:00am 16:30pm
Culinary & Service Leadership
Deliver high-quality, fresh, and nutritious menus daily.
Ensure efficient workflows during peak service times.
Lead on the creation of themed days, food promotions, and student engagement initiatives.
Team & Culture Leadership
Motivate and lead the catering team to achieve operational excellence.
Conduct appraisals, training sessions, and team briefings.
Create an inclusive, respectful, and productive team environment.
Compliance & Audit Performance
Ensure full compliance with all food safety and hygiene legislation.
Maintain excellent audit outcomes through robust processes and staff training.
Commercial & Financial Oversight
Manage labour costs, food margin performance, and weekly budgets.
Ensure correct stock management, waste recording, and supplier compliance.
Significant experience managing a high-volume school or contract catering kitchen.
Exceptional organisational and communication skills.
Strong culinary knowledge and fresh-food ethos.
Demonstrable ability to maintain compliance-led environments.
