Chef Manager
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Chef Manager leading kitchen operations at Sevenoaks Preparatory School. Ensuring food quality and safety while managing a small kitchen team in the independent education sector.
Responsibilities:
- Lead kitchen operations ensuring the highest standards of food quality, safety, and presentation
- Manage and support a small kitchen team, fostering a positive working environment
- Oversee menu planning, stock control, and supplier relationships
- Maintain accurate financial records including budgets, ordering, and stock rotation
- Ensure compliance with all food safety, health & safety, and safeguarding policies
- Work collaboratively with the school community to provide a friendly and efficient catering experience
- Accountability for following and championing allergen controls.
Requirements:
- Previous experience as a Chef Manager or similar role within contract catering, ideally the Independent Education sector
- Strong kitchen management and leadership skills
- Passionate about using fresh, seasonal ingredients to create balanced, appealing menus
- Excellent organisational and communication skills
- Knowledge of food safety standards, allergen management, and sustainability best practices.
Benefits:
- 28 days holiday (including bank holidays)
- 3 volunteering days to give back to causes you care about
- 3 days grandparent leave for those special family moments
- 24 weeks enhanced maternity leave
- Bespoke training & development opportunities
- Pension & life insurance
- Discounts on high street brands, cinema & holidays via the Perkbox App
- Wellbeing hub & access to employee assistance programme
- Free meals while at work
- Career development through apprenticeships for all experience levels.




















