Chef Manager

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Taylor Shaw - Great Food, Bright Futures At

De Lacy Primary School,

part of

Taylor Shaw , we believe

healthy food fuels young minds , and we're passionate about serving

delicious, nutritious meals

in schools and colleges across the UK. Every meal is

fresh, sustainable, and packed with goodness - because we know young people deserve the best.

Elior is committed to safeguarding children and colleagues. Candidates that are shortlisted for this role, will be required to have an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, including Children's Barred List, and two suitable references.

What you'll be doing...

Accountable for ensuring ongoing team communications Oversee and participate in the preparation, cooking, and serving of fresh, high-quality meals while ensuring consistency and portion control. Prepare and cook nutritionally balanced seasonal menus that meet dietary, medical, or ethnic requirements Recruit, train, and mentor kitchen staff; manage staff rotas, conduct performance reviews, and manage payroll administration Manage the kitchen budget, control food costs (Gross Profit), perform weekly stocktakes and record accurate data Compliance & Safety: Enforce strict adherence to our Food Safety (HACCP), Health & Safety (COSHH), and EHO standards, maintaining impeccable hygiene records Operational Duties: Manage inventory ordering with our client, support and report the equipment maintenance log, record waste and look to support waste reduction Working Pattern: Monday - Friday | 8:00am - 2:00pm | 30 Hours Per Week | Term Time Only

Salary: £13.50 Per Hour | £18,063 Per Annum

Job ID: 6051

What can you bring?

Proven leadership ability with a proactive, hands-on approach Genuine interest in customer service excellence Focused on the front line Catering experience essential with chef skills 2+ years' experience as Head Chef or Sous Chef ready for their next step Business Acumen: Good understanding of P&L accounts, budgeting, and cost-control measures. Certifications: Level 2 or 3 Food Safety & Hygiene Excellent communication for liaising with clients and children in our settings What the role brings to you:

A stable, daytime role in education catering A supportive kitchen team Opportunities to develop your skills Great work-life balance

Brilliant Work Deserves Brilliant Perks! At Elior, we believe that when you love where you work, it shows. That's why we make sure our team feels

appreciated, supported, and set up for success!

Here's what's waiting for you: Free, tasty meals

- Enjoy tasty, nutritious food on us while you work! Flexible working

- including part time roles, because life doesn't run on a 9-5 schedule. Plenty of Time to Unwind

- Flexibility around family life with holidays that match the school calendar. Leave for life's important moments

- whether family, personal or unexpected. Give back time

- paid volunteering days for the causes you care about. Room to grow

- career development and learning opportunities for all stages of your career. Wellbeing first

- mental health support and wellbeing perks. Financial security

- pension schemes and life assurance. Exclusive discounts

- save on entertainment, leisure, and even travel! One small thing - we welcome you to apply using the name you feel most comfortable with!

No need for legal names at this stage. Why You'll Love Working Here We're a

people-first

business with over

10,000 colleagues across the UK , serving everything from stadiums to hospitals, schools to workplaces. Our mission?

To enrich lives everywhere, every day.

And here's the best part - 87% of our team say they're proud to work here!

Why? Because we create a place where you're

listened to, trusted, supported, and valued.

Not sure you match every single requirement? Apply anyway!

Research shows that many people - especially women and those from underrepresented backgrounds - hold back unless they meet 100% of the criteria. But we hire for potential, not just experience. If you're passionate and ready to grow, we want to hear from you! We Celebrate You! At Elior,

diversity and inclusion aren't just policies, they're who we are.

We know that different perspectives make us stronger, and we're dedicated to creating an environment where

everyone feels seen, heard, and empowered to succeed.

Need any support or adjustments during the application process? Just let us know - we're happy to help!

Ready to join us? Hit 'Apply Now' and let's chat! TPBN1_UKCT
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Job Type:
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