Experience, qualification, and soft skills, have you got everything required to succeed in this opportunity Find out below.
* £32,000 per annum (annual review)
* Term Time Only + 6 weeks
* Great work-life balance
* Set shifts: Monday-Friday
We are working with an independent college Prep School in East Sussex seeking a Chef Manager to lead their catering operation. This is a fantastic opportunity for a chef ready to step into management while maintaining a strong work-life balance.
You'll be responsible for delivering fresh, high-quality meals, leading and developing your team, and ensuring a positive dining experience for students and staff. This role combines hands-on cooking with leadership, financial management, and operational oversight.
You'll take ownership of hygiene and safety standards, drive team performance, and manage budgets effectively within a supportive and structured environment.
Benefits
* 25 days holiday + bank holidays
* Additional closure days over Christmas & New Year
* Contributory pension scheme
* Wellbeing support
* On-site parking
* Cycle-to-work scheme
* Flexible working options
* Staff lunch provided
Working Hours
* 40 hours per week
* 7:00am – 4:30pm (30-minute xwzovoh unpaid break)
* Monday to Friday
Term time only + 6 additional working weeks:
* 4 weeks during summer holidays
* 1 week during Easter
* 5 days for events
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* Chef Manager (Prep School)
Experience, qualification, and soft skills, have you got everything required to succeed in this opportunity Find out below.* £32,000 per annum (annual review)* Term Time Only + 6 weeks* Great work-life balance* Set shifts: Monday-Friday
We are working with an independent college Prep School in East Sussex seeking a Chef Manager to lead their catering operation. This is a fantastic opportunity for a chef ready to step into management while maintaining a strong work-life balance.You’ll be responsible for delivering fresh, high-quality meals, leading and developing your team, and ensuring a positive dining experience for students and staff. This role combines hands-on cooking with leadership, financial management, and operational oversight.You’ll take ownership of hygiene and safety standards, drive team performance, and manage budgets effectively within a supportive and structured environment.Benefits* 25 days holiday + bank holidays* Additional closure days over Christmas & New Year* Contributory pension scheme* Wellbeing support* On-site parking* Cycle-to-work scheme* Flexible working options* Staff lunch providedWorking Hours* 40 hours per week* 7:00am – 4:30pm (30-minute xwzovoh unpaid break)* Monday to FridayTerm time only + 6 additional working weeks:* 4 weeks during summer holidays* 1 week during Easter* 5 days for eventsSearch is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age….