Chef -Manager

Full-time Permanent Mid-level Senior

Posted 07 Jul 2026

Description Job Description:

A Fantasticopportunity to join PS Catering during an exciting period of exceptional growthat one of our established sites! We're searching for a passionate foodprofessional to be a key part of our team at Denton Primary School, Newhavenlearn our systems, and help us deliver vibrant, nutritious meals that makeschool lunchtimes fun and memorable. If you're ready to make a real impact andgrow your career with a company that values its people, this is your chance.

Duties &Responsibilities

• Lead the day-to-dayoperations of a busy school kitchen, ensuring smooth service and highstandards.
• Prepare and delivercolourful, healthy, and delicious meals to pupils across two sites in theNew Malden area.
• Inspire and manage a teamof enthusiastic kitchen staff, fostering a positive and collaborativeenvironment.
• Oversee food safety,hygiene, and health & safety compliance at all times.
• Organise kitchen schedules,stock, and resources to maximise efficiency.
• Collaborate with seniorleaders, including Directors and the Company Development Chef, toimplement best practices.
• Minimise paperwork andfocus on hands-on leadership and team development.
• Support the introduction ofnew processes and contribute to continuous improvement.

Requirements

• City & Guilds / NVQqualifications or equivalent in-house training.
• At least 2 years'experience as a chef with supervisory responsibilities.
• Strong understanding ofFood Hygiene and Safety standards.
• Experience in contractcatering and managing a medium-sized kitchen (preferred).
• Positive, outgoing attitudeand a genuine passion for food and teamwork.
• Eager to learn, adapt, andgrow with a dynamic company.
• Looking for a term-timeonly role, with school holidays off.
• A manual driving licence

Why Join Us

• Be part of a fast-growing,innovative catering company where your ideas and energy make a difference.
• Work in a supportiveenvironment with direct access to senior leaders and developmentopportunities.
• Enjoy a hands-on role thatlets you focus on what you love-creating great food and leading a team.
• Benefit from a family-likeculture where staff are valued, supported, and celebrated.
• Take pride in making apositive impact on pupils' health and school experience.

As a candidate youwill be perfect for us if you can deliver all of the above and the role couldbe perfect for you if you are looking for aterm time only rolethatallows you to spend your time at home during the school holidays.

Working Hours are

30 hours per week

38 weeks per year

We are looking fora candidate to start on 1st September however we would like to startpaid training before that date, to ensure they succeed in their new role.

If this sound likeyou then we really want to hear from you!