Executive Chef and Operations Manager

4 weeks ago


Attleborough, Warwickshire, United Kingdom Aspens Services Full time

About Us:

Aspens Services Ltd is a leading contract catering company specialising 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 have ensured the successful growth of the company by providing excellent care and services to clients and children. 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 schools catering facility. Your focus will be on delivering the highest quality of food and service, as well as having the flair and ability to make this one of the best school catering offers in the area.

Your key responsibilities will include:

  • Leading, developing, coaching, training, and motivating the team in your kitchen
  • Having full 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 all controllable costs
  • Overseeing menu development
  • Maintaining company systems and procedures, and legislation
  • Carrying out regular audits to ensure standards are being met

About You:

We need someone who shares our passion for delivering exceptional food and service to our schools. You will require:

  • OND or HND qualified (not a deal-breaker but would be 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 £15

You will also benefit from:

  • Working for a fast-growing, ambitious company with opportunities for career development
  • A dedicated Learning and Development team to support your skills development

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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