Executive Chef

4 days ago


Ware, Hertfordshire, United Kingdom Aspens Services Full time

Chef Manager

About Us

Aspens Services Ltd is a leading contract catering company specializing in school food. We combine our understanding of the education sector with our knowledge of food trends to encourage creativity and excitement in our kitchens. Our teams provide fantastic food experiences for children, and we're committed to excellent care and services for clients and children.

The Role

As the Chef Manager, you'll have full operational and financial responsibility for your school's catering facility. You'll focus on delivering high-quality food and service while showcasing your flair, originality, and ability to make our school catering offer exceptional.

Responsibilities

* Lead, develop, coach, train, and motivate your kitchen team
* Control catering operations, including stock, food, and labor costs
* Ensure consistency of food and service standards for students and staff
* Drive sales through monthly promotions and added-value events
* Manage and improve controllable costs
* Oversee menu development
* Maintain company systems and procedures, and legislation
* Conduct regular audits to ensure standards are met

About You

We're looking for someone who shares our passion for delivering exceptional food and service to our schools. You'll need:

* OND or HND qualified (advantageous but not required)
* Craft-based experience using fresh ingredients
* Knowledge of health and safety practices
* Financial understanding of gross profit management and achieving sales targets
* Line management experience
* Experience in a similar environment

Why Work with Us?

* Enjoy fantastic hours, working Monday to Friday during school term time
* Work 27.5 hours per week, with no late nights
* Earn £14 per hour
* Benefit from a dedicated L&D team, supporting your skill development
* Work for a fast-growing, ambitious company with opportunities for career growth

Please note, we expect all staff to share our commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. An enhanced DBS disclosure will be sought by the company.


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