Chef Manager

School Chef Manager Ascend Learning Trust Enterprise Limited Based at Lawn Manor Academy Salary: £16.65 per hour Actual Salary: £28,003 annually Contract: Permanent, full time, term time only Closing date: 09.00 1st October 2026 Interview Date:12th October 2026 Anticipated Start Date: ASAP Job Overview 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. Why choose 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 ..... full job details .....