At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a kitchen team to create nutritious meals for students every day.
- Company: Join Enterprise Ltd, supporting schools and communities with a focus on excellence.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive pay, flexible working, wellbeing support, and career development opportunities.
- Other info: Be part of a supportive environment that values your contribution and growth.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives through food and teamwork.
- Qualifications: Experience in catering, strong culinary skills, and a passion for food.
The predicted salary is between 16.65 - 16.65 £ per hour.
Salary: £16.65 per hour
Hours of work: Full time
Contract: Permanent
A bit about us: At Enterprise Ltd, we are proud to support the schools of Ascend Learning Trust by delivering the services that help our communities thrive every day. Through our catering, cleaning and facilities teams, we create safe, welcoming and inspiring environments where pupils and staff can succeed. Guided by our shared motto, Together we Belong, Believe, Become, everything we do contributes to creating schools where people feel valued, supported and able to achieve their potential. We believe in providing environments and services that enable every child and colleague to succeed, fostering inclusive communities where everyone belongs and continuously striving for excellence in all that we do.
Our people are at the heart of our success. We are committed to developing talented and dedicated colleagues who share our passion for service, teamwork and making a positive impact in education. When you join Enterprise Ltd, you become part of a supportive organisation where your contribution is valued, your development is encouraged and your work makes a real difference to the lives of young people every day. Our culture is shaped by the Trust's values of Compassion, Aspiration, Respect, Dedication and Integrity, which guide the way we work together, support our schools and serve our communities.
What We Offer: We value our people and offer a comprehensive range of benefits to support your health, wellbeing and career development, including:
- Free annual flu vaccines
- 24/7 counselling helpline
- 24/7 GP anytime
- Access to the Sonder wellbeing app, offering 24/7 mental health, medical and personal safety support
- Annual Wellbeing Day*
- Flexible working solutions
- Uniform provided
- Discounts and cashback at hundreds of retailers
- Supportive performance development
- Internal progression pathways
- Ongoing training and development opportunities
- Supportive and inclusive school environment
*Please note some allowances are only applicable on completion of a successful probation.
All about the role: We are seeking an enthusiastic and experienced School Chef Manager to lead our kitchen team and provide high-quality, nutritious meals for our pupils each day. The successful candidate will be passionate about food, committed to maintaining high standards, and dedicated to creating a positive dining experience for children and staff alike.
As a successful applicant, you will be organised, reliable and able to manage a busy kitchen environment, ensuring compliance with food safety requirements while delivering excellent customer service. Experience of catering for special dietary requirements and allergies, alongside strong culinary skills, will be essential. As a leader, you will be confident in supervising and supporting kitchen staff, managing stock and budgets, and working collaboratively with school colleagues to deliver an efficient and welcoming catering service.
Full details can be found in the recruitment pack.
Find out more and apply: To apply, please click here. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and experiences. If you need adjustments to support your application, please contact the Recruitment Team on 01793 781485 or recruitment@ascendlearningtrust.org.uk
Closing date (and time): 8:00am 31st August 2026
Interview date: 8th September 2026
Commencement date: October 2026 or sooner
This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All applicants will be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service check before appointment is confirmed. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Applicants must disclose all spent and unspent convictions, cautions, reprimands and warnings that are not ‘protected’ under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013 & 2020). An enhanced DBS check will be required for the successful applicant.
Recruitment Pack: PLEASE DO NOT APPLY VIA THE APPLY BUTTON BELOW. Applications must be made via the instructions provided above. Applications or CV's submitted via the apply button will not be considered.
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