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Impact Food Group (IFG) is one of England's fastest-growing school food providers, serving around one million students every day across more than 1,500 schools. We are dedicated to delivering high-quality, nutritious meals that support student wellbeing and enjoyment. Our brands include Innovate, Cucina, Chapter One (Independent Schools), Hutchison, and Dolce, reflecting our breadth of experience and reach across the school catering sector. The role… Job Title: Chef Manager School Location: New School Location in Rainham, Essex, RM13 area Working Days: Monday to Friday Shifts & Working hours: 7am-4:30pm (45 hours per week) Working Weeks: 42 weeks per year (term time, inset days and 3 additional weeks) Pay Details: £35,000 Annum What will I be doing? As a Chef Manager , you'll take full responsibility for running a high-volume kitchen , serving fresh, seasonal meals to hundreds of students every day. This is a hands-on, leadership role where you'll manage your team, maintain high standards, and ensure smooth, efficient service. Your responsibilities will include: Leading, motivating, and developing your catering team Preparing and serving fresh, seasonal meals at high volume Planning menus, managing stock, and controlling budgets Ensuring all food hygiene, safety, and compliance standards are met Building strong relationships with onsite clients and stakeholders Overseeing the smooth running of service, from prep to finish We're not in the business of making school food—we're here to make great food , and that's why our customers love us. What are we looking for? We're looking for an experienced Chef Manager with a passion for high-volume catering and strong leadership skills. Previous experience managing a kitchen, ideally in schools or high-volume catering environments Proven ability to cook fresh, seasonal food at high volumes Strong people management and team leadership skills Experience managing kitchen operations, stock, and compliance Excellent organisational and communication skills A proactive, hands-on approach and pride in maintaining high standards If you thrive in fast-paced environments and enjoy leading teams to deliver great food, this could be the role for you. What's in it for you? We offer a fantastic work-life balance: Daytime hours, no evenings or weekends All school holidays off Free meals on shift and uniform provided Plus, you'll benefit from: Ongoing training, development, and career progression opportunities Access to free qualifications Staff discount scheme across 850+ retailers Monthly team incentives with the chance to win shopping vouchers This is your opportunity to lead a high-volume kitchen , develop your career, and make a real difference in students' lives. Next steps If you think you've got what it takes, we'd love to hear from you! Please note: An interview, trade test and kitchen visit will be required as part of the recruitment process. IFG are committed to the safeguarding of children, and our employees share this commitment. Successful candidates are required to undergo an enhanced DBS disclosure and children's barred list check, which IFG will pay for. We are a committed equal opportunities employer - if you require any assistance for the interview process, please detail within your application. All information is kept confidential and in compliance with GDPR requirements. TPBN1_UKCT

Impact Food Group (IFG) is one of England's fastest-growing school food providers, serving around one million students every day across more than 1,500 schools. We are dedicated to delivering high-quality, nutritious meals that support student wellbeing and enjoyment. Our brands include Innovate, Cucina, Chapter One (Independent Schools), Hutchison, and Dolce, reflecting our breadth of experience and reach across the school catering sector. Due to new client wins we're recruiting for a number of Mobilisation Chef Manager to join our fantastic team, supporting a portfolio of schools. This is a varied and rewarding role where you'll assist with training and developing onsite chefs, provide cover across sites, and play a key role in new site mobilisations. Please note: As this is a mobile, area-based role, you must hold a full UK driving licence and have access to your own vehicle . The role… Job Title: Mobilasation Chef Manager Area Covering: Ilford Area Working Days: Monday to Friday Shifts & Working hours: 45 hours per week Working Weeks: 42 weeks per year ( 4 Weeks Holiday ) Pay Details: £35,000 per annum, & mileage expenses Benefits: Free meals on shift, uniform, pension and other great company benefits What's this all about? Due to continued growth, we have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Chef Manager to step into a broader, multi-site role. You'll work closely with the Operations Manager, supporting a group of schools by: Covering chef manager across sites during mobilisation Supporting with the training and development of onsite catering teams Assisting with the mobilisation of new contracts Maintaining high standards of food quality, service, and compliance Providing hands-on kitchen support when required We're looking for someone with: Previous Chef Manager experience (ideally within secondary education) A genuine passion for food and customer service Strong craft skills and the ability to lead by example Excellent organisation, flexibility, and resilience The ability to prioritise and adapt across multiple sites What's in it for you? This role offers a fantastic work-life balance - no evenings, no weekends, no late nights, and all school holidays off. You'll also benefit from: Free meals on shift and provided uniform Paid mileage for travel between sites Access to a company pension scheme Ongoing training, development, and career progression opportunities Free qualifications to support your growth A staff discount scheme across 850+ retailers Monthly team incentives, including the chance to win shopping vouchers We'll give you the opportunity to build a career you can be proud of, within a supportive and growing business. Next steps If this sounds like the perfect role for you, we'd love to hear from you! Please note: An interview and kitchen visit will be required as part of the recruitment process. IFG are committed to the safeguarding of children, and our employees share this commitment. Successful candidates are required to undergo an enhanced DBS disclosure and children's barred list check, which IFG will pay for. We are a committed equal opportunities employer - if you require any assistance for the interview process, please detail within your application. All information is kept confidential and in compliance with GDPR requirements. TPBN1_UKCT

Taylor Shaw - Great Food, Bright Futures Supporting our Schools across Enfield & Dagenham, 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. How you'll make an impact: Provide cover across our Education sites within Enfield & Dagenham, managing the full catering operation Lead, motivate, and support kitchen teams to deliver excellent service Plan, prepare, and oversee the delivery of meals in line with company standards Manage stock, ordering, and budgets to meet operational requirements Ensure full compliance with food hygiene, health & safety, and company policies Working Pattern: Monday - Friday | 40 Hours Per Week | Term Time Only | Mileage Covered Job ID: 7112 The ingredients you'll bring: Proven experience in a Chef Manager or senior catering role Flexibility to travel and adapt quickly to different sites and teams Strong leadership and people management skills Excellent organisational and time-management abilities Sound knowledge of food hygiene, safety, and compliance standards A proactive, hands-on approach with the ability to hit the ground running 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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Chef Manager - Rugby - £38,000p/a. Our client requires a Chef Manager to run a contract in the provision of high end private education catering.

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Seeking a hands-on Chef Manager for a Monday-Friday role in Stevenage, responsible for more than just cooking, with a salary up to £35,000.

We have an exciting new opportunity for an experienced Chef Manager to join our relief team working in Daventry. We are looking for a talented, enthusiastic and experienced Relief Chef Manager to be responsible for all aspects of managing the high level of delivery and expec. Relief Chef Manager - D

Seeking an experienced Chef Manager for a new retail site opening in North Cambridge, responsible for leading the site from day one.

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We're looking for a Chef Manager who can do more than cook to join our Eurest team at Henry Food Academy in Daventry.

Chef Manager Independent Prep School Loughton Area - Essex Salary: £40,00040 hours week,52 weeks per year. A well-regarded independent prep school in Loughton, Essex is looking to appoint a dedicated and experienced Chef Manager to lead its catering operation. This is an excellent opportunity for a

Seeking a Chef Manager for healthcare catering in a hospital, managing operations and ensuring quality food services.

Come and join our award winning teams – we are currently recruiting for a Chef Manager to join our amazing team at Warwick. Our passionate team of chefs, baristas, servers, nutritionists and much more, love nothing more than creating memorable moments that enrich the everyday.

Seeking a Chef Manager in Solihull to oversee kitchen operations, manage staff, and ensure high-quality food service during weekday hours.

The Central Support Chef will assist in training, development, and cover sickness for onsite chefs in schools, across the Aylesbury to Milton Keynes area.

Proven experience leading large kitchen teams in roles such as Kitchen Manager, Head Chef or as an experienced Sous Chef. Kitchen Manager/Head Chef - Lancashire. Join our One Great Team here at Haven as a Kitchen Team Manager! Lead with passion and skill to create unforgettable dining experiences fo

We are hiring for a Chef Manager at Kineton High School, Kineton who wants to ensure our future generations are provided with nutritionally balanced and tasty food. Communicating regularly with your line manager to monitor KPIs and financial targets to ensure these are achieved.

Group Manager/Chef Manager – Term Time Only.

We are hiring for a Chef Manager at Russett School, Northwhich who wants to ensure our future generations are provided with nutritionally balanced and tasty food. Communicating regularly with your line manager to monitor KPIs and financial targets to ensure these are achieved.

We are looking for an experienced General Manager to work with us in London.

Chef Manager - North Wingfield. We are hiring for a Chef Manager at North Wingfield Primary Academy. Communicating regularly with your line manager to monitor KPIs and financial targets to ensure these are achieved.

We are currently recruiting for a General Manager! Salary: £60,000 per annum Shift Pattern: 40 hours per week (Monday-Friday) Location: London Key Responsibilities: Oversee the daily operations of a high-volume site serving around 2,000 customers each day, with five food outlets, one coffee shop, a

We are hiring for a Chef Manager at Northstowe Primary School, Northstowe who wants to ensure our future generations are provided with nutritionally balanced and tasty food. Communicating regularly with your line manager to monitor KPIs and financial targets to ensure these are achieved.

Your Opportunity As the business continues to expand, were on the lookout for a General Manager who is ready to lead with resilience, inspire teams, and drive continuous improvement during a pivotal moment in our growth journey. Whether youre an established General Manager or an exceptional senior o

Deputy General Manager (RN)- Care Home Location: Brentwood, Essex, CM13 1AQ Hours: 40 hours per week (mix of supernumerary/leading the shift) Pay : £57,000 per year The Role: Support the General Manager and lead the home in their absence Oversee care standards through audits, clinical superv

Our General Managers are our brand ambassadors; they ensure we deliver an excellent level of customer service while demonstrating leadership, coaching and direction. Invite to the annual General Manager conference. AS A GENERAL MANAGER, YOU'LL BE RESPONSBILE FOR.

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We're looking for a General Manager who is also a builder and people leader: someone who has created real consumer payment habits before, earns trust across a large organization, and brings startup energy to a global platform.

Essential] Managerial experience at Contract/Account Manager or above within technical and or hard services is essential. Working with other Operational managers to ensure the collaborative development of the business, effective teamworking, and support to colleagues.

PlayStation Studios is seeking a General Manager to join our team. As General Manager, you will be responsible for the operational management and growth of an interactive digital entertainment game, with a main focus on the day-to-day running of the business and support functions but not involving t

We are looking for a General Manager with commercial acumen, product expertise, and B2B payments experience to lead a team in multiple countries across Europe.

As General Manager for UK & Ireland, you will lead one of the most strategic and dynamic markets within BIC, driving a business of over 70M EUR across multiple categories and channels.

General Manager - Financial, Communications and Other Business Services. Select middle managers, directors or other executive staff; delegate the necessary authority to them and create optimum working conditions.

As General Manager, you’ll bring these values to life by creating a workplace that is motivating, rewarding, and built on trust. Communicate effectively with your line Manager and any Central employees at Brightstar, to maintain a strong People culture between the property and above property. Serv

The General Manager will own it entirely: strategy, team, pipeline, and performance, with a dedicated local team and full support from London across brand, CRM, training, and sales enablement. As General Manager, you’ll own the full commercial journey for August in BENELUX, from first introduction

We are looking for a General Manager to lead Fireblocks Payment Services, our licensed payments entity, from early‑stage buildout into a scaled stablecoin and crypto‑payments business.

General Manager | Luxury Heritage Resort and Estate. Oplu is leading a confidential search for a General Manager to lead a distinguished luxury heritage resort and estate. Reporting to the Executive Board, the General Manager holds full strategic, commercial, and operational leadership.