Chef Manager

Chef Manager

CHEF MANAGER - HERTFORD SG13

Are you looking for a rewarding Chef Manager role that offers career development, creativity, and a genuine work/life balance?
£38,000 per annum plus bonus
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 Hertford.
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.
Our company has a passion for food quality and people development, so this is a great place for you to progress a career in the food industry. If you’re looking for an employer that will invest in your career and support your progression, apply today and take the next step in your catering career with us!

Benefits of working with Accent as a Chef Manager

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 - we like to reward our staff for a job well done!
Shining stars awards
Pension scheme, life insurance and company sick pay
Work life balance
Access to our Employee Assistance Programme for mental health and financial support

As our ideal Chef Manager, you will: -

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 financial and budget awareness, and proven experience in controlling food costs.
Solid understanding of food safety, health & safety, and allergen management

The ideal candidate will also have the flexibility to work overtime as required.

Who are Accent Catering?
Accent Catering Services Ltd is 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 recognising every individual’s contribution.
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 recognised 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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