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Chef Manager Term time only Great work-life balance South Croydon 35 hours per week - 7:00am - 2:30pm 17 per hour - Permanent Contract We are currently recruiting for a Chef Manager to lead a friendly school catering team within a primary school environment in South Croydon. This is a fantastic opportunity for a candidate with previous experience in a maintained (state) school environment who is looking for a great work-life balance with daytime hours only. The Role Managing the day-to-day catering operation in a primary school Preparing and serving approximately 200 fresh meals per day Leading and supporting a team of 3 Catering Assistants Producing nutritious, well-presented meals in line with school food standards Managing menus, stock control, food safety, and hygiene compliance Maintaining high standards of service and customer care for pupils and staff The Ideal Candidate Previous experience as a Chef Manager or strong Senior Chef/Supervisor ready to step up Experience in education or contract catering preferred Strong leadership and organisational skills Passion for fresh food and child-focused catering Confident working independently and managing a small team What's on Offer 17 per hour, paid weekly or monthly Term-time only working - ideal for work-life balance 39 working weeks plus 4.8 weeks paid holiday Permanent contract Excellent training and clear opportunities for career progression Employee Benefits Employee Assistance Programme Pension Scheme Life Assurance Scheme 4.8 weeks paid holiday (pro rata) If you are a motivated Chef Manager looking to make a positive impact in a school setting while enjoying sociable hours, we would love to hear from you. Apply today or contact us to find out more. Search 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.