Chef Manager - South West Region │ Term-time hours & school holidays off
Fantastic opportunities with competitive salaries, daytime shifts, and career progression.
Platinum Recruitment is working with one of the UK's leading contract caterers to recruit multiple Chef Manager roles across the South West Region. If you're an experienced Catering Manager or Head Chef, this is your chance to lead a team, create fresh menus, and enjoy the work-life balance of a term-time contract.
Why apply?
These roles offer the stability of daytime hours only, with evenings and weekends free. You'll also enjoy school holidays off, free meals on shift, and professional training to support your career growth.
Other highlights include:
* Competitive salaries depending on site (see below)
* A secure, long-term career with a respected employer
* Access to staff benefits platform and pension scheme
* A supportive, people-focused culture
Current opportunities in the South West Region include:
* Secondary School in Bristol - 45 hours per week - £35,000 p/a
* Primary School in Bournemouth - 35 hours per week - £20,300 p/a
* Secondary School in Hereford - 45 hours per week - £30,000 p/a
Key Responsibilities
As a Chef Manager, you'll oversee the catering service, ensuring meals are fresh, healthy, and appealing. You'll motivate your team, plan menus, manage stock and suppliers, and work closely with school staff to deliver an efficient, compliant service.
What we're looking for
We'd love to hear from you if you have:
* Experience as a Chef Manager, Catering Manager, or Head Chef
* Strong leadership and organisational skills
* A passion for producing healthy, high-quality food for children and young people
* Food hygiene and allergen awareness qualifications
* Confidence in compliance, health & safety, and team management
If you're ready for your next step in the South West Region, apply today to join a forward-thinking employer offering stability, development, and the chance to make a difference.
Job Number: KHI01 / INDCHEFMGR
Location: Bournemouth Bristol or Hereford
Role: Chef Manager
Platinum Recruitment is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.