At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a dynamic catering team and deliver nutritious meals in a busy school environment.
- Company: Join Berkeley Scott, a leader in education catering with a supportive culture.
- Benefits: Enjoy a competitive salary, term-time only hours, and career development opportunities.
- Other info: Work Monday to Friday with school holidays off in a modern kitchen.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in students' lives by providing high-quality meals.
- Qualifications: Experience in high-volume catering and strong leadership skills required.
The predicted salary is between 38000 - 38000 £ per year.
The Senior Chef Manager at Berkeley Scott in Hersham will lead the daily catering service at a large secondary school, overseeing food preparation and service. This permanent, term-time role operates Monday to Friday, with a salary of £38,000 per annum for 39 weeks plus an additional three weeks.
The position requires a hands-on leader who manages kitchen staff, maintains food safety standards, and ensures nutritious, high-quality meals are consistently produced. Candidates should possess proven experience in education catering and strong team management skills. This role offers a stable working pattern and responsibility for delivering an efficient, well-run operation.
The successful candidate will take full responsibility for the day-to-day catering service, delivering high-quality, nutritious food in a high-volume school environment. The role is operational and hands-on, with responsibility for team leadership, menu delivery, compliance, stock control, and financial performance. You will work closely with school stakeholders to maintain excellent service standards and promote a positive food culture across the site.
Key Responsibilities- Lead and manage the on-site catering team
- Deliver fresh, compliant menus in a busy secondary school setting
- Control food costs, ordering, and stock management
- Ensure all food safety, allergen, and hygiene standards are met
- Build strong working relationships with the school and client
The Offer:
- Salary of £38,000 per annum
- Term time only contract – school holidays off
- Monday to Friday working hours (no evenings or weekends)
- Long-term career development and progression opportunities
- Well-supported, modern kitchen environment
Candidate Profile: Proven experience as a Chef Manager, Catering manager or Support Manager in a high-volume operation.
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