Chef Manager - Birmingham Shift: Monday - Friday, 7:30am-14:30pm Pay: £17.50 per hour Weeks: Immediate start - Term time only As a Chef Manager, you will be working in a school environment, managing a team of 1 Assistant Cook and at least 4 Catering Assistants. You will be responsible for the full operations providing meals to over 400 students. Key responsibilities: Manage 1 Assistant Cook and at least 4 Catering Assistants Ensure all day-to-day issues concerning staffing, performance and disciplinary procedure are actioned accordingly Manage kitchen operations, including food ordering, stock control, and waste management. Ensure consistent food quality and service standards Monitor and manage the kitchen budget, ensuring cost-effectiveness. Maintain compliance with procedures and legislations Manage allergen requirements and dietary needs Plan and create menus to meet with dietary requirements Ensuring full compliance with food hygiene requirements About You: Experience in a similar environment, ideally within education catering Strong understanding of health & safety and food hygiene Previous experience with financial management Excellent communication and management skills Experience handling allergen protocols Food Hygiene certifications Enhanced DBS disclosure Why Apply? Great hours: Monday-Friday, 7.30am-14:30pm Term time only: 39 weeks per year - enjoy extended breaks Competitive pay: £17.50 per hour Weekly payments Holiday pay accrual Contributory pension scheme Access to our bespoke Blue Arrow App - ability to view your shifts, confirm your hours and submit your timesheet, able to view additional assignments, and moreIf this role is for you, please click apply now! Blue Arrow is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to helping find great work opportunities for great people