Chef Manager - Farningham

About us:

Our client is a market-leading contract caterer specialising in school food. They don't just serve meals—they create fantastic food experiences that fuel young minds! By blending deep knowledge of the education sector with the latest food trends, they encourage creativity and excitement in every kitchen.

Their commitment to quality care for both clients and children has fueled rapid growth, and they are looking for passionate people like you to join their journey.

The role

As a Chef in one of our clients schools in Dartford, you will be the culinary leader responsible for crafting and delivering a healthy, nutritious and truly fun menu for students and staff alike. They’re looking for someone with the flair, originality and leadership skills to deliver the highest quality food and service, making their offer the absolute best in the area.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Menu Excellence: Expert preparation of our menus using excellent craft skills and fresh ingredients.
• Team Leadership: Supervising and motivating your kitchen team to ensure smooth service and high morale.
• Safety Champion: Ensuring strict compliance with all Food Hygiene, Allergen, and Health and Safety regulations.
• Excellent Hospitality: Managing and producing high-quality hospitality requests for school clients and special events.
• Building Community: Developing strong, friendly relationships with both the school client and the students you serve.

About you:

Our client needs a passionate, self-motivated Chef who is ready to mentor a team and raise the bar for school dining.

• Proven experience in a catering environment, focusing on using fresh ingredients, ideally with knowledge of education catering.
• Excellent knowledge of Health and Safety practices and certification in Food Hygiene level 2 & 3 (further development training is available)
• You’re self-motivated, take initiative, and have a passion for learning and achieving goals while effectively motivating others.

Why apply?

Great Work-Life Balance:

You’ll work Monday to Friday during school term time - that means no late nights, no weekends and no working at Christmas!

• 35 hours per week
• 35 weeks per year - what will you do with all that time off?
• £16.50 per hour

Career Growth and Development:

• Join a fast-growing, ambitious company. We have no ceiling in terms of where you can take your career in catering.
• Benefit from a dedicated Learning & Development team offering apprenticeship and training courses to help you constantly develop your skills.

Ready to start a rewarding career with amazing hours? Apply today!

Please note: All staff must share our clients commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children/young people. The company will seek an enhanced DBS disclosure.

Contact us about this vacancy

Abby Hooper

07483 988 751

Abby.hooper@pineapple-recruitment.co.uk

Pineapple Recruitment are recruiting for this role on behalf of our client and are acting as a Recruitment Agency.