Relief School Kitchen Manager | Lead Across Multiple Campuses

Cidarieducation; Blackburn; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational trust in Blackburn is looking for a skilled Relief Chef Manager to oversee catering across its academies. This full-time, permanent role demands strong leadership and a comprehensive understanding of food safety and allergen compliance. Responsibilities include managing kitchens during staff absences and ensuring high-quality service across multiple sites. Ideal candidates will possess relevant qualifications and excellent organisational skills, providing a meaningful impact on the catering experience for students and staff.

Benefits

Flexible, term-time hours

Supportive working environment

Access to health and wellbeing support

Employee benefits through Perkbox

Cycle to work scheme

Qualifications

• Recognised qualification in catering or hospitality.
• GCSE English and Maths at grade C or above.
• Proven ability to lead and motivate teams.

Responsibilities

• Ensure quality and continuity in school kitchens.
• Manage kitchens during absence or operational needs.
• Support teams in delivering catering services.

Skills

Leadership

Food safety compliance

Customer service

Organisational skills

Education

Qualification in catering or hospitality at Level 4

GCSE English and Maths at grade C or above

Tools

Catering systems

Job description

An educational trust in Blackburn is looking for a skilled Relief Chef Manager to oversee catering across its academies. This full-time, permanent role demands strong leadership and a comprehensive understanding of food safety and allergen compliance. Responsibilities include managing kitchens during staff absences and ensuring high-quality service across multiple sites. Ideal candidates will possess relevant qualifications and excellent organisational skills, providing a meaningful impact on the catering experience for students and staff.