Chef Manager
?? Bristol
?? £14.50 per Hour
? 32.5 Hours per Week | 39 Weeks per Year
?? Monday to Friday | 7:30am - 2:30pm
Lead a School Kitchen and Enjoy an Excellent Work-Life Balance
We are looking for an enthusiastic and experienced Chef Manager to lead the catering operation at a thriving school in Bristol, serving approximately 250 pupils each day.
This is an ideal opportunity for a chef who enjoys managing a team, delivering high-quality food, and working within a rewarding education environment. With no evenings, weekends or split shifts, this role offers an excellent work-life balance alongside the chance to make a positive impact on pupils every day.
What's on Offer?
? £14.50 per hour
? Monday to Friday working pattern
? 32.5 hours per week
? 39 weeks per year (term-time plus inset days)
? School holidays off
? Daytime shifts only (7:30am - 2:30pm)
? Manage your own kitchen operation
? Supportive and established team
The Role
As Chef Manager, you will oversee the day-to-day operation of the school kitchen, delivering a nutritious and high-quality lunch service to approximately 250 pupils and staff .
You will lead a team of 6 General Assistants , ensuring food is prepared and served to the highest standards while maintaining excellent food safety, hygiene and customer service.
Key Responsibilities
Managing all aspects of the kitchen operation
Preparing and serving fresh, nutritious meals
Leading, motivating and developing a team of 6 General Assistants
Managing stock control, ordering and budgets
Maintaining food safety, allergen and health & safety compliance
Ensuring high standards of cleanliness and food presentation
Building positive relationships with pupils, staff and visitors
Delivering a consistent and efficient lunch service each day
About You
Previous experience as a Chef Manager, Kitchen Manager or Senior Chef
Strong leadership and organisational skills
Experience within education, care, hospitality or contract catering environments
A sound understanding of food safety and kitchen compliance
Passionate about providing excellent food and service
Able to work independently and manage a busy kitchen
Apply Today
If you're looking for a rewarding Chef Manager role in Bristol with fantastic hours, school holidays off and the opportunity to lead your own team, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply now and help deliver exceptional dining experiences for pupils every day. ?????
Blue Arrow is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to helping find great work opportunities for great people.
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