Looking for a chef role that gives you your evenings, weekends, and school holidays back — without stepping away from quality food or leadership?
I’m recruiting a Chef Manager to lead the catering operation at a well-run secondary school in the Bristol area. This is a fresh-food, people-focused role where standards matter and the kitchen is run properly.
The role:
* Monday to Friday
* 6:30am–4:00pm (45 hours per week)
* 42 working weeks per year (term time, inset days + 3 additional weeks)
* £38,000 per year (Not Pro Rata)
* Bonus potential up to 10% (company discretion)
What you’ll be doing:
You’ll take full ownership of the kitchen — leading the team, delivering fresh, seasonal food at volume, and working closely with the on-site client to ensure service runs smoothly. You’ll be hands-on, organised, and confident managing people, standards, and due diligence.
This isn’t about “school food” — it’s about good food done properly, which is why clients and students genuinely enjoy what’s served.
What’s in it for you:
* All evenings and weekends off
* School holidays off
* Free meals on shift and full uniform provided
* Clear development pathways with free qualifications
* Staff discount scheme across 850+ retailers
* Monthly team incentives and shopping voucher rewards
If you’re an experienced Chef Manager (or a strong chef ready for that next step) who values quality, structure, and a proper work–life balance, this is a role worth talking about