Job Description

Are you looking for an exciting role where you can build your career, while working only 42 weeks of the year with weekends off? Then this could be the job for you!



Chef Manager - Wheathampstead, AL4



40K per annum



40 hours per week Monday to Friday - term time only!



We want you...



People are the most important ingredient in our business recipe, and we are looking for an experienced Chef Manager with fantastic craft skills and a background of developing and leading a team to help us create an outstanding food offer at our independent school site in Wheathampstead, AL4.



We play an important part in students learning and development, and we are looking for someone who shares our passion about ensuring that our future generations are provided with nutritious and delicious food, while also inspiring them to lead a healthier lifestyle.



The Chef Manager is responsible for overseeing the culinary operations within the school, ensuring high-quality food preparation, maintaining sanitation standards, and managing kitchen staff. This role involves menu planning, inventory management, cost control, and ensuring customer satisfaction through exceptional food service.



If you are looking for an employer who will invest in your career and development then look no further, apply right now and join our award winning team!

Benefits of working with Accent as a Chef Manager

Competitive salaries with yearly reviews Free meals on duty Career development opportunities Multiple Discounts on our Accent Engageplatform - shops, restaurants, gifts, leisure and more! HIT apprenticeships for all experience levels Team events, awards and competitions throughout the year - we like to reward our staff for a job well done! Shining stars awards Pension scheme, life insurance and company sick pay Work life balance - working term-time only and no weekends Access to our Employee Assistance Programme for mental health and financial support


As our ideal Chef Manager you will:-

Have excellent craft skills and the ability to manage your own kitchen Be a strong leader with proven experience of managing, training and leading a team Have a proven track record of continually improving standards Be passionate about food with excellent culinary skills and a great eye for detail Have financial and budget awareness Have the ability to understand and complete daily all relevant food and health and safety compliance books


Who are Accent Catering?


Accent Catering Services Ltd are one of the UK's leading contract caterers providing innovative food service solutions to a variety of Schools and Businesses.


We are a talented bunch of professionals who create bespoke catering provisions to suit each contract- no two are the same.


Our company has a passion for food quality and people development, so this is a great place for you to progress a career in the food industry.



Accent Catering is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all employees to share this commitment. Please note that a DBS disclosure is required for this role.

Accent Catering have been named in The Caterer's prestigious awards as one of the best places to work in hospitality in 2020. Don't miss your chance to become part of our award-winning team!