Culinary Operations Manager

4 weeks ago


Royston, Barnsley, United Kingdom Aspens Services Full time

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.

We strive to provide excellent care and services to clients and children, ensuring the successful growth of the company. To maintain this pace, we are seeking an experienced Chef Manager to join our team.

The Role:

As the Chef Manager, you will have full operational and financial responsibility for your school's catering facility. Your focus will be on delivering high-quality food and service while showcasing your flair and originality. You will lead the team in your kitchen, ensuring consistency of food and service standards.

Your Responsibilities:

  • Lead, develop, coach, train, and motivate the team in your kitchen
  • Control catering operations, including stock, food, and labor costs
  • Ensure consistency of food and service standards delivered to 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
  • Carry out regular audits to ensure standards are being met

About You:

We are looking for someone who shares our passion for delivering exceptional food and service to our schools. You should have the following skills and experience:

  • OND or HND qualified (advantageous)
  • 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 within a similar environment

Why Work with Us:

We offer fantastic hours, working Monday to Friday during school term time. You'll have more time with friends and family and no working at Christmas. This role is:

  • 22.5 hours per week - with no late nights
  • Working 38 weeks per year based around term time
  • £13 - £13.50 per hour

You'll also benefit from working for a fast-growing, ambitious company. Our dedicated L&D team will support you in developing your skills, including apprenticeships and training courses. We expect all staff to share our commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children/young people. An enhanced DBS disclosure will be sought by the company.



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