Dynamic School Food Operations Manager

4 weeks ago


London, Greater London, United Kingdom Aspens Services Full time
About Us

Aspens Services Ltd is a leading contract catering company specialising in school food.

We encourage creativity and excitement in our kitchens, allowing our teams to do what they do best and provide fantastic food experiences for the children.

We are committed to providing excellent care and services to both clients and children, ensuring the successful growth of the company.

The Role

As the Relief Chef Manager, you will support the catering facility for schools within your region, assisting with operational and financial performance.

You will focus on delivering the highest quality of food and service, showcasing flair, originality, and the ability to make this one of the best school catering offers in the area.

Your key responsibilities will include:

  • Leading and developing your kitchen team to achieve exceptional results
  • Supporting control of the catering operation, including stock, food, and labour costs
  • Ensuring consistency of food and service standards delivered to students and staff
  • Driving sales through monthly promotions and added-value events
  • Managing and improving controllable costs
  • Overseeing menu development and implementation
  • Maintaining company systems, procedures, and legislation
  • Carrying out regular audits to ensure standards are being met
Your Skills and Experience

We are looking for someone who shares our passion for delivering exceptional food and service to our schools.

The ideal candidate will possess:

  • OND or HND qualified (desirable)
  • Driving licence
  • 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 Join Us?

As a Relief Chef Manager with Aspens Services, you will enjoy:

  • 40 hours per week, with no late nights, during school term time
  • Working 40 weeks per year, allowing for a great work-life balance
  • A competitive salary of £28,000 - £30,000 per annum, plus paid mileage

You will also benefit from:

  • Working for a fast-growing, ambitious company with a strong focus on career development
  • A dedicated Learning and Development team, offering apprenticeships and training courses

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and require all staff to share this commitment.



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