Location: Westminster, London
Salary: £40,000 – £42,000 per annum (pro rata, depending on experience)
Hours: Monday to Friday, 06:30 – 15:30
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 Westminster to recruit an experienced Chef Manager. This is an excellent 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.
Term-time only – enjoy school holidays off
Competitive salary of £40,000 – £42,000 (pro rata)
Daytime hours – no evenings or weekends
Free meals on shift and uniform provided
Opportunities for professional development and training
Supportive and friendly team environment
Access to a staff benefits platform and pension scheme
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 that meet school standards
Manage stock control, ordering, and supplier relationships
Collaborate with school staff to ensure a seamless catering service
Previous experience as a Chef Manager within a school or similar environment
Strong leadership and organisational skills
A passion for delivering healthy, high-quality food for young people
Relevant Food Hygiene and Allergen Awareness qualifications
Confident in managing compliance, health & safety, and team performance
Click Apply Now, and one of our team will be in touch to discuss this exciting Chef Manager role in Westminster.
Consultant: Katie Harding
Job Number: KH3456 | INDCHEFMGR
Location: Westminster
Job Role: Chef Manager
Platinum Recruitment is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.