Chef Manager
- Organisation: Bedford Greenacre Independent School
- Location: Bedfordshire
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Salary info £31,725.00 - £34,058.00 per annum
£31,725.00 - £34,058.00 Annually (FTE) term time plus 4 weeks - Tenure: Full-time
- Closing Date: Wednesday 7 October 2026
We are looking to employ a new Chef Manager asap to run our school catering service for provision of pupil meals and school events on our brand new site and separate Nursery provision.
Bedford Greenacre Independent School - Chef Manager
A prestigious independent school located in Bedford is recruiting for the post of Chef Manager
We are looking for an Enthusiastic outstanding caterer, with proven craft and management skills, with a high level of planning and organisational abilities.
Proficient in the understanding and managing of finances, and the ability to make decisions that result in positive change to drive the business forward.
Main Duties and responsibilities
Having full control of the catering operation including stock, food, and labour cost
Ensure consistency of food and service standards delivered to students and hospitality
Catering school events held out of normal school hours
Managing and improving all controllable costs in line with the budget
Compile and report on monthly budget accounts
Overseeing menu development
Maintaining all system, procedures and legislation
To ensure all labelling guidelines, Food information and Allergen information and Natasha law is been adhered too at all times
Carrying out regular audits to ensure standards are being met
To ensure compliance of all school and department policies, including Health & Safety and Fire
Recruit, manage and develop all staff
The Ideal Candidate
Minimum of 2-3 years in a similar role of comparable level
Qualified to NVQ Level 2 Professional Cookery or Equivalent
Be highly self-motivated and standards driven, with a passion for fresh food
Good numerical skills, must be able to demonstrate effective verbal and written communication
Management knowledge of health & safety and food safety
Able to work on own initiative within a team environment
Able to demonstrate a working knowledge of MS Office (Word, Excel and Outlook)
Analyse problems analytically, develop opportunities and implement innovative solutions
Package Description
Competitive Salary
40 hours per week
Term time plus 4 weeks
Free On-site parking
We are looking to employ a new Chef Manager asap to run our school catering service for provision of pupil meals and school events on our brand new site and separate Nursery provision.
Description
Bedford Greenacre Independent School - Chef Manager
A prestigious independent school located in Bedford is recruiting for the post of Chef Manager
We are looking for an Enthusiastic outstanding caterer, with proven craft and management skills, with a high level of planning and organisational abilities.
Proficient in the understanding and managing of finances, and the ability to make decisions that result in positive change to drive the business forward.
Main Duties and responsibilities
Having full control of the catering operation including stock, food, and labour cost
Ensure consistency of food and service standards delivered to students and hospitality
Catering school events held out of normal school hours
Managing and improving all controllable costs in line with the budget
Compile and report on monthly budget accounts
Overseeing menu development
Maintaining all system, procedures and legislation
To ensure all labelling guidelines, Food information and Allergen information and Natasha law is been adhered too at all times
Carrying out regular audits to ensure standards are being met
To ensure compliance of all school and department policies, including Health & Safety and Fire
Recruit, manage and develop all staff
The Ideal Candidate
Minimum of 2-3 years in a similar role of comparable level
Qualified to NVQ Level 2 Professional Cookery or Equivalent
Be highly self-motivated and standards driven, with a passion for fresh food
Good numerical skills, must be able to demonstrate effective verbal and written communication
Management knowledge of health & safety and food safety
Able to work on own initiative within a team environment
Able to demonstrate a working knowledge of MS Office (Word, Excel and Outlook)
Analyse problems analytically, develop opportunities and implement innovative solutions
Package Description
Competitive Salary
40 hours per week
Term time plus 4 weeks
Free On-site parking
