Chef Manager - Prep School

Chef Manager - Independent Prep School - Monday to Friday - £40,000

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Looking for a Chef Manager role where you can run your own kitchen, work daytime hours , and enjoy a genuinely positive environment?
We're recruiting a Chef Manager to lead the catering operation at a well-regarded independent prep school , delivering fresh, nutritious food across a structured school day in Essex !
This is a fantastic opportunity for a Chef Manager or Head Chef looking for full ownership of a smaller site, with a strong work–life balance and a supportive school environment.
The Offer
£35,000 to £40,000 salary
Monday to Friday
40 hours per week
52-week contract
Daytime hours (breakfast + lunch focused)
Stable, long-term role
Supportive and well-run environment
The School & Operation
Independent prep school (nursery to Year 6).
Catering for approx. 250 pupils + 50 staff.
Breakfast club, lunch and after-school provision.
Fresh, nutritious food prepared daily.
Small, structured kitchen team (5 total).
Termly menus with seasonal reviews.
Minimal hospitality - focus on core feeding.
The Role
This is a hands-on leadership role with full responsibility for the kitchen.
Lead the site as Chef Manager.
Manage and support a small kitchen team.
Deliver fresh, high-quality food daily.
Plan and adapt menus within school structure.
Manage stock, ordering and kitchen organisation.
Ensure food safety and compliance standards.
Build a positive, calm and efficient kitchen culture.
About You
Experience as a Chef Manager or Head Chef
Background in education, B&I or contract catering
Reliable, consistent and committed to long-term roles. xwzovoh
Why This Role?
This is a great move if you're looking to:
Run your own kitchen with full ownership
Work Monday to Friday with daytime hours
Be part of a friendly, community-led school environment
Step into a stable, well-structured role with low stress
If you are keen to discuss the details further, please apply today or send your cv to yasmin at COREcruitment dot com