Salary: £35,000 – £37,000 per annum
Hours: Full-time, 40 hours per week (Term time only, 40 weeks per year)
About the Client
Here at Pineapple Recruitment, we are recruiting on behalf of a market-leading school contract caterer. Creating exciting food experiences that fuel young minds, they blend deep sector expertise with modern food trends. Rapid growth means they are now seeking a creative and strategic Executive Chef Manager to join their team.
The Role & Responsibilities
Leading culinary standards within a school site, you will be instrumental in rolling out innovative, operationally sound, and profitable new menus. Acting as the ultimate expert resource for the kitchen team, key duties include:
- Menu Rollout & Innovation: Oversee the development and launch of cutting-edge food offers, keeping menus engaging, profitable, and aligned with high-street trends.
- Mentoring & Coaching: Train and support Chefs and Unit Managers on culinary standards, compliance, and food safety policies.
- Service Excellence: Ensure food presentation and service are immaculate, acting as the final point of escalation for customer feedback.
- Business Growth: Leverage exceptional food standards to drive sales growth and support business retention.
- Compliance Management: Maintain strict adherence to all H&S, food hygiene, and COSHH regulations.
About You
We are seeking a senior culinary or development professional with:
- Exceptional culinary creativity and flair, backed by strong knowledge of current food trends.
- Solid commercial acumen, with a strong grasp of budgets, GP, and cost control that you can effectively pass on to your team.
- Outstanding communication skills to drive company initiatives across diverse teams.
- Extensive experience in a compliance-led environment, plus a full UK Driving Licence.
Benefits
- Work-Life Balance: Term-time hours (40 weeks per year).
- Career Growth: Comprehensive L&D programmes and support to gain professional qualifications.
- Rewards: £35,000 – £37,000 salary.
Our client is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. An enhanced DBS disclosure will be required for the successful candidate.
Pineapple Recruitment are recruiting for this role on behalf of our client and are acting as a Recruitment Agency.
Pay: £35,000.00-£37,000.00 per year
Work Location: In person
