Area Support Chef

We're recruiting for a Central Support Chef 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., 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 absences across sites
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

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

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.

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!