Chef Manager

Perm
North London
London
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Kitchen
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Jay Pindolia
12/06/2026
Chef Manager
 
North London to Dagenham
  • Salary of £40,000 - £42,000 (42 Weeks)
  • Mileage allowance
  • Monday to Friday working pattern
  • 07.00am - 15.00 role
The Company
 
Our client is a leading contract catering provider delivering fresh food services to schools across London and Essex. They pride themselves on providing nutritious meals, exceptional service standards and creating a positive dining experience for pupils and staff alike.
 
The Package
  • Salary of £40,000 - £42,000 (42 Weeks)
  • Mileage allowance
  • Monday to Friday working pattern
  • 07.00am - 15.00 role
  • Company pension scheme
  • Ongoing training and development
  • Excellent work-life balance
  • Career progression opportunities within a growing business
The Job Role
 
As a Relief Chef Manager, you will support multiple education catering sites across North London, Stratford, Barking, Dagenham, Hornchurch and Romford.
You will provide cover for holidays, vacancies and operational requirements whilst ensuring food quality, compliance and service standards are maintained.
 
Responsibilities include:
  • Managing catering operations across multiple sites
  • Leading and motivating kitchen teams
  • Producing fresh, nutritious meals
  • Managing food costs, stock and labour budgets
  • Ensuring food safety and health & safety compliance
  • Building strong relationships with school stakeholders
  • Supporting site improvements and mobilisations
The Requirement
 
The successful Relief Chef Manager will have:
  • Previous Chef Manager experience within education or contract catering
  • Strong leadership and team management skills
  • Experience managing food costs and budgets
  • Excellent food safety knowledge
  • A flexible and adaptable approach
  • Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle
  • A passion for delivering high-quality fresh food
The Location
 
Covering sites across North London, Stratford, Barking, Dagenham, Hornchurch and Romford.

If you are an experienced Chef Manager looking for variety, autonomy and an excellent work-life balance, we'd love to hear from you.
 
For further information, please contact:
 
Jay Pindolia
Talent Hive
07345 603172
jay@talenthive.co.uk
Jay Pindolia

Recruitment Consultant

07345603172