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.
Job Title
Chef Manager
School Location
Blackpool Sixth Form College, FY3
Working Days
Monday to Friday
Shifts & Working Hours
6.30am-4pm (45 hours per week)
Working Weeks
42 weeks per year (term time, inset days and 3 additional weeks)
Pay Details
£40,000 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.
* 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
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
What's in it for you?
* Daytime hours, no evenings or weekends
* All school holidays off
* Free meals on shift and uniform provided
* 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
Equal Opportunities
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.
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