Accent Catering
Chef Manager
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Chef Manager - New Malden KT3
£35K per annum
40 hours per week, Monday to Friday term-time only - no late nights and weekends off!
People are at the heart of everything we do, and we’re looking for a talented Chef Manager with strong craft skills and a passion for leading and developing teams to join our fantastic secondary school site in New Malden.
About the Role
This is an opportunity to make a real impact through food. We play an important role in students’ learning and wellbeing by providing nutritious, delicious meals that encourage healthier lifestyles and positive food experiences every day.
As Chef Manager, you’ll lead the kitchen operation, creating an outstanding food offer while overseeing menu planning, food quality, compliance, stock control, and team performance. We’re looking for someone who can inspire a team, deliver high standards, and bring creativity and energy to a busy school environment.
Benefits
- Competitive salaries with yearly reviews
- Free meals on duty
- Free parking on site
- Career development opportunities
- Multiple Discounts on our Accent Engage platform - shops, restaurants, gifts, leisure and more!
- HIT apprenticeships for all experience levels
- Team events, awards, and competitions throughout the year
- Pension scheme, life insurance, and company sick pay
- Work-life balance
- Access to our Employee Assistance Programme for mental health and financial support
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Requirements
- Have excellent craft skills and the ability to manage your own kitchen
- Have proven experience of managing, training, and leading a team
- Have a proven track record of continually improving standards
- Be passionate about food with excellent culinary skills and a great eye for detail
- Have creativity in developing themed days and pop-ups, as well as high-end hospitality and large events
- Have financial and budget awareness, and proven experience in controlling food costs
- Solid understanding of food safety, health & safety, and allergen management
- Flexibility to work overtime as required
About Accent Catering
Accent Catering Services Ltd are one of the UK’s leading contract caterers, providing innovative food service solutions to a variety of schools and businesses. We are a talented team of professionals who create bespoke catering provisions tailored to each contract - no two are the same. As an independently owned company, you’ll never be just another number to us. Our people are at the heart of everything we do, and we take pride in recognizing every individual’s contribution.
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Accent Catering is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all employees to share this commitment. Please note that an enhanced DBS disclosure is required for this role.
Accent Catering has regularly been recognized in The Caterer’s prestigious awards as one of the best places to work in hospitality. Don’t miss your chance to become part of our award-winning team!
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