Welcome to Impact Food Group (IFG). We are one of England’s fastest‑growing school food providers, serving around one million students each day across more than 1,500 schools. We are dedicated to delivering high‑quality, nutritious meals that support student wellbeing and enjoyment.
Our brands include Innovate, Cucina, Chapter One (Independent Schools), Hutchison, and Dolce, reflecting our breadth of experience and reach across the school catering sector.
About the Role
Job Title: Business Support Manager (BSM)
Area: Surrey/Hampshire – Thorpe, Farnborough, Basingstoke, M3/M25
Working Days: Monday to Friday
Hours: 45 hours per week
Working Weeks: 52 weeks per year (25 days paid annual leave plus bank holidays)
Pay: £40,000 per year plus car allowance of £3,840 per year (paid monthly)
Benefits: Bonus up to 10% of salary, free meals on shift, uniform, pension and other company benefits.
Responsibilities
* Manage, inspire, and engage teams.
* Understand, track, and drive the schools’ restaurant profit contribution, balancing commercial performance with quality and service.
* Build trusted relationships with clients and stakeholders to help deliver our shared goal of feeding more students with better food.
* Step into the kitchen when needed to support operations.
Qualifications & Experience
* Experience managing at least four sites, supporting and guiding Chef Managers in day‑to‑day running of each location and maintaining strong client relationships.
* A chef by trade, with a hands‑on approach and willingness to step into the kitchen whenever required.
* Excellent communication skills at all levels, from kitchen staff to boardroom.
* Self‑motivated, resilient, and highly organised with a strong ability to prioritise effectively.
* Proficient with Microsoft Office suite, creating clear spreadsheets and presentations that showcase performance and results.
Career Development & Rewards
Opportunity to grow and build a career you can be proud of. Access to free qualifications and ongoing development opportunities, staff discount scheme across over 850 retailers, monthly incentives and rewards for top‑performing teams.
Next Steps
If you think you have what it takes and the times above suit you, we would love to hear from you. This role requires an interview and a kitchen visit as part of the selection process.
IFG are committed to safeguarding children, and successful candidates are required to undergo an enhanced DBS check, which IFG will pay for.
We are a committed equal opportunities employer. If you require assistance for the interview process, please detail it within your application. All information is kept confidential and in compliance with GDPR requirements.
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