Jobs in London - Chef Manager • East London

Company: Platinum Recruitment Consultancy

East London

Chef Manager - Term-Time Only Location: Ilford Salary: £35,000 - £37,000 per annum (pro rata, depending on experience) Hours: Monday to Friday, 07:00 - 15:00 Working Pattern: Term-time only (42 weeks per year, including inset days) Platinum Recruitment is delighted to be partnering with a respected secondary school in Ilford to recruit an experienced Chef Manager. This is a fantastic opportunity for a passionate and skilled professional with previous school catering experience to lead a dedicated team and deliver nutritious, high-quality meals to students and staff. Why you'll love this role: Term-time only - enjoy school holidays off Competitive salary of £35,000 - £37,000 (pro rata) Daytime hours - no evenings or weekends Free meals on shift and uniform provided Opportunities for training and professional development Supportive and friendly team environment Access to a staff benefits platform and pension scheme Your key responsibilities: Lead and manage a team of catering staff, ensuring smooth daily operations Prepare and serve fresh, nutritious meals for students and staff Maintain full compliance with food safety, hygiene, and allergen regulations Plan and develop creative, balanced menus Manage stock control, ordering, and supplier relationships Work collaboratively with school staff to ensure a seamless catering service What we're looking for: Previous experience as a Chef Manager within a school or similar environment Strong leadership and organisational skills A passion for providing healthy, high-quality food for young people Relevant Food Hygiene and Allergen Awareness qualifications Confident in managing compliance, health & safety, and team performance Ready to apply? Click Apply Now, and one of our team will be in touch to discuss this exciting Chef Manager role in Ilford. Consultant: Katie Harding Job Number: KH2345 | INDCHEFMGR Location: Ilford Job Role: Chef Manager Platinum Recruitment is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.