Executive Chef and Operations Manager

1 week ago


Woodbridge, Suffolk, 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 provide excellent care and services to clients and children, ensuring the successful growth of the company. To keep up with this growth, 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 a team of professionals and have full control of the catering operation, including stock, food, and labor costs.

Your responsibilities will include:

  • Leading, developing, coaching, training, and motivating the team in your kitchen
  • Managing and improving all controllable costs
  • Ensuring consistency of food and service standards delivered to students and staff
  • Driving sales through monthly promotions and added value events
  • Overseeing menu development
  • Maintaining company systems and procedures, and legislation
  • Carrying 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 will need:

  • 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:

As a member of our team, you will enjoy:

  • Fantastic hours, working Monday to Friday during school term time
  • No late nights or working at Christmas
  • A competitive hourly rate of £14.50

You will also benefit from working for a fast-growing, ambitious company with a dedicated L&D team to support your career development. 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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