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.
Brands include Innovate, Cucina, Chapter One (Independent Schools), Hutchison, and Dolce.
Chef Manager – School Location: New School in the Farnham Area GU9
Working Days: Monday to Friday
Shifts & Working hours: 7am‑4pm (35 hours per week)
Working Weeks: 42 weeks per year (term time, inset days and 3 additional weeks)
Pay: £33,000 per annum
What you will be doing
* 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 we are looking for
* 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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