Chef Manager

Are you an experienced Chef Manager looking for a rewarding role in education catering with a great work-life balance?

Blue Arrow is recruiting talented and passionate Chef Managers to work within schools across Didcot, with positions starting in September.

This is an excellent opportunity for experienced catering professionals who enjoy leading teams, creating nutritious meals, and making a positive impact in a school environment. These roles offer predominantly Monday to Friday daytime hours, providing an ideal work-life balance.

✅ Competitive pay rates from £18.00 per hour and above

✅ Monday to Friday daytime working hours

✅ School holidays off in many placements

✅ Weekly pay every Friday

✅ September starts available

✅ Opportunity for long-term and permanent placements

✅ Dedicated consultant support throughout your assignment

✅ Work within friendly and supportive school environments

As a Chef Manager, you will:

• Lead and manage the day-to-day operation of the school kitchen
• Plan and deliver healthy, nutritious meals in line with school standards
• Manage kitchen staff, rotas, and daily workloads
• Monitor stock levels, ordering, and budget control
• Ensure food hygiene, health & safety, and allergen compliance are maintained at all times
• Deliver excellent food quality and presentation
• Build positive relationships with school staff, pupils, and stakeholders
• Support the smooth and efficient running of the catering service

• Previous experience as a Chef Manager, Catering Manager, Head Chef, or similar leadership role
• Experience working within schools, education catering, contract catering, or high-volume catering environments
• Strong leadership, organisational, and communication skills
• Food Hygiene Certificate (Level 2 or above preferred)
• Knowledge of food safety, allergens, and nutritional standards
• Current DBS check is advantageous, although we can assist with obtaining one if required
• Reliable, professional, and able to work independently
• Own transport is beneficial due to client locations

If you're an experienced Chef Manager looking for your next opportunity in Didcot schools this September, we'd love to hear from you.

📧 Send your CV now for immediate consideration

September positions are filling quickly. Apply today to secure your next Chef Manager role.

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