Are you looking for a Chef Manager role that offers career growth and a great work‐life balance? With term‐time hours and real opportunities to develop, join a company that supports both your ambitions and your lifestyle. Chef Manager – Richmond TW9 £40,000 per annum. 40 hours per week Monday to Friday, term‐time only. We're ideally looking for someone to start on 1st August, so you can play a key role in setting up and mobilising the contract ahead of the September opening. With a fantastic newly built kitchen and a brand‐new team, this is a unique opportunity to make the role your own. Responsibilities * Oversee all culinary operations within the school, ensuring high‐quality food preparation and presentation. * Maintain sanitation standards and ensure compliance with food safety, health & safety, and allergen management regulations. * Manage kitchen staff, including training, scheduling, and performance management. * Plan menus, manage inventory, control costs, and ensure customer satisfaction through exceptional food service. * Support students' learning and development by providing nutritious and delicious food, and inspire healthier lifestyles. Qualifications * Excellent craft skills and the ability to manage your own kitchen. * Proven experience in managing, training, and leading a team. * Creativity in developing theme days, pop‐ups, high‐end hospitality, and large events. * Track record of continually improving standards. * Ability to remain calm and efficient in a fast‐paced environment. * Passion for food and delivering excellent service to clients and customers. * Financial and budget awareness, with proven experience controlling food costs. * Solid understanding of food safety, health & safety, and allergen management. Benefits * Competitive salaries with yearly reviews. * Free meals on duty. * Career development opportunities. * Multiple discounts on the Accent Engage platform – shops, restaurants, gifts, leisure, and more. * HIT apprenticeships for all experience levels. * Team events, awards, and competitions throughout the year. * Pension scheme, life insurance, and company sick pay. * Work‐life balance: term‐time only work and no weekends. * Access to an Employee Assistance Programme for mental health and financial support. About Accent Catering Accent Catering Services Ltd is one of the UK's leading contract caterers, providing innovative food service solutions to Schools and Businesses. We create bespoke catering provisions tailored to each contract, valuing each individual's contribution. Accent Catering is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all employees to share this commitment. A DBS disclosure is required for this role. #J-18808-Ljbffr
