Chef Manager

Are you a passionate and experienced chef ready to lead a small team in a vibrant educational setting? Aramark is looking for a Chef Manager to join us at the South Bristol Skills Academy, where you'll play a key role in delivering fresh, nutritious, and exciting food to students and staff alike. What You'll Be Doing: Lead the day-to-day kitchen operations, producing hot and cold food for our breakfast and lunch services, including grab & go and deli-style offerings. Ensure portion control, minimise food waste, and take ownership of quality and consistency. Manage financial reporting systems and support budgeting processes. Oversee hospitality events and ensure food production follows standardised recipes and brand guidelines. Maintain stock control, placing timely orders, managing deliveries, and conducting regular stocktakes. Lead and coach your team, setting standards and supporting development needs. Provide excellent customer service, including handling and resolving complaints.

A relevant culinary or cookery qualification, with hands-on experience ideally gained in a post-high school or similar catering environment. Confidence managing a small kitchen team and supervising day-to-day operations. An understanding of P&L and stocktaking with solid financial awareness. A proactive approach to leadership and the ability to coach and inspire your team. The ability to pass full security vetting and DBS checks is essential.

£26,200 per annum

Term time only working - enjoy the school holidays off Free meals on shift Excellent transport links and on-site parking Access to an employee benefits portal with hundreds of discounts Online GP access Apprenticeship and professional development opportunities