Chef Manager, Education SE19 London £45k Term time only Are you a Head Chef looking for a step up or a Chef Manager who wants more of a work life balance? If you have B&I or school catering experience, then we may have the perfect job for you! Our client is looking for a strong Chef Manager to lead the catering at this independent day school based in SE London. As well as core feeding for approx. 750 pupils, there is ad hoc hospitality requirements. What you will be doing: * Fully responsible for the running of the catering operation * Leading, managing and developing a team - both FOH and BOH * Liaising with the Head of School, parents and pupils * Managing all financial aspects including budgets, forecasts, P&L and reporting * Menu planning and managing dietary/allergens * Ensuring all food is to the standard expected by the school Working hours are Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours per week, term time only (38 weeks) There is free street parking around the school site. What we are looking for: * a strong Chef Manager or Head Chef looking for a step up * experienced within catering for schools or B&I experience (essential) * a good manager - able to lead and manage all team members * excellent culinary skills with attention to detail and presentation * exceptionally organised * strong in communication and able to liaise with pupils and school staff * flexible and willing with a positive, can do attitude Please note that as a successful candidate, you will need to undertake a DBS check. Interested? Then apply immediately INDLP