Chef Manager

At Kinoulton Primary School, part of Taylor Shaw, we believe healthy food fuels young minds, and we're passionate about serving delicious, nutritious meals in schools and colleges across the UK. Every meal is fresh, sustainable, and packed with goodness - because we know young people deserve the best.

Elior is committed to safeguarding children and colleagues. Candidates that are shortlisted for this role, will be required to have an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, including Children's Barred List, and two suitable references.

How you'll make an impact:

• Create and deliver fresh, nutritious meals (up to 110 - 110 covers per day) that impact students' wellbeing, focus and daily experience
• Lead, manage, and motivate our talented catering team of 1 x Catering Assistant
• Take full ownership of the catering operation, ensuring a smooth and efficient service
• Manage stock, ordering, and budgets effectively to meet operational targets
• Champion compliance, leading on food safety, hygiene and quality standards

Working Pattern: Monday - Friday 30 Hours Per Week Term Time Only

Job ID: 6640

Note: This positions start date will be in the new academic year (September 2026)

The ingredients you'll bring:

• A passion for delivering high-quality meals and a consistent service
• Proven experience in a Chef Manager type role
• Experience within an Education Catering Operation is advantageous
• Strong leadership skills, with the ability to motivate, develop and support your team
• Excellent organisational and time-management abilities, with confidence in running the catering operation efficiently
• Sound knowledge of food hygiene, safety, and compliance standards
• Commercial awareness with the ability to manage, budgets, stock and catering performance

At Elior, we believe that when you love where you work, it shows. That's why we make sure our team feels appreciated, supported, and set up for success! Here's what's waiting for you:

• Free, tasty meals - Enjoy tasty, nutritious food on us while you work!
• Flexible working - including part time roles, because life doesn't run on a 9-5 schedule.
• Plenty of Time to Unwind - Flexibility around family life with holidays that match the school calendar.
• Leave for life's important moments - whether family, personal or unexpected.
• Give back time - paid volunteering days for the causes you care about.
• Room to grow - career development and learning opportunities for all stages of your career.
• Financial security - pension schemes and life assurance.
• Exclusive discounts - save on entertainment, leisure, and even travel!

We're a people-first business with over 10,000 colleagues across the UK, serving everything from stadiums to hospitals, schools to workplaces. Our mission? Toenrich lives everywhere, every day.

And here's the best part - 87% of our team say they're proud to work here! Why? Because we create a place where you're listened to, trusted, supported, and valued.

Research shows that many people - especially women and those from underrepresented backgrounds - hold back unless they meet 100% of the criteria. But we hire for potential, not just experience. If you're passionate and ready to grow, we want to hear from you!

At Elior, diversity and inclusion aren't just policies, they're who we are. We know that different perspectives make us stronger, and we're dedicated to creating an environment where everyone feels seen, heard, and empowered to succeed.

Need any support or adjustments during the application process? Just let us know - we're happy to help!