Overview
We’re recruiting a Chef Manager to oversee catering across two schools (Lower & Upper), with the role primarily based at the Lower School in North-West London. This is a brilliant opportunity for a Chef Manager with a background in education contract catering, who enjoys structured services, leading stable teams and delivering consistent, quality food at volume!
The role is predominantly term-time only, offering excellent work–life balance with early finishes North-West London.
The role
- Lead the catering operation at the Lower School with a team of 6 General Assistants.
- Oversee catering for 500–600 covers per day across one large, high-volume service area.
- Provide support to the Upper School team (2 GAs + 1 Head Chef) as needed for recruitment or HR.
- Ensure smooth, structured service and consistent food standards.
- Manage ordering, stock control and deliveries.
The food
- Education-focused, volume-led catering.
- Morning break grab & go offer.
- Lunch service including hot mains (1 meat & 1 vegetarian), pasta station and dessert.
- Cold food offer with salads and baked items.
The offer
- £35,000 – £37,500 per annum
- Term-time only contract
- Working hours: 7:00am – 3:00pm
- Supportive, structured and well-run kitchen environment
The Chef Manager
- Proven experience as a Chef Manager in education contract catering.
- Confident leading teams and managing volume service
- Reliable, consistent and committed to long-term roles
If you are keen to discuss the details further, please apply today or send your cv to yasmin at COREcruitment dot com
Job Tenure: Permanent
