School Food Operations Manager

6 days ago


Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom Aspens Services Full time

About Aspens Services Ltd

We are a market leading contract catering company specialising in school food. Our team encourages creativity and excitement in our kitchens, allowing us to provide fantastic food experiences for children.

We have ensured the successful growth of the company by providing excellent care and services to both clients and children. To keep up with this rapid pace of growth, we are now looking for an experienced Chef Manager to join our team.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Leading a team of kitchen staff and 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 & 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 schools along with the following skills and experience:

  • 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

Salary Information

This role offers a competitive salary of £13.25 per hour, working 35 hours per week over 38 weeks per year. The benefits include:

  • A fast-growing and ambitious company with opportunities for career advancement
  • A dedicated L&D team to support you in developing your skills

Please note that we require an enhanced DBS disclosure from all candidates.



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