Chef Manager at Kings Priory School
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Actual salary based on weeks worked is £26,129 - £28,369 (£15.56-£16.90 per hour)
About this Role
Why
This Role Is Different
Unlike
traditional hospitality roles, this position offers:
Family-friendly
hours
– No late nights, no split shifts, no weekend work
Term-time working plus 2 weeks within the holiday period – enjoy the
rest of the school holidays off
Predictable routine – Stable daytime hours aligned with the school day
Work-life balance – More time for family, hobbies, and personal
wellbeing
Key
Benefits
- Generous pension scheme
- Paid holidays
28 days plus bank holidays (pro-rated salary across the year)
- Consistent daytime schedule
- Supportive, community-focused working environment
- Opportunities for training and development
- Job security within the education sector
About
the Role
As
Chef Manager, you will:
- Work closely with Head of Catering to lead and inspire
a catering team
- Plan and prepare healthy, balanced meals in line with
school standards
- Manage stock, ordering, and budgets
- Ensure high standards of food safety and hygiene
- Create a positive dining experience for students and
staff
About
You
We’re
looking for someone who:
- Has experience as a chef, ideally in a large catering
environment. Experience in Education is desirable but not essential – a
willingness to understand the sector is essential
- Enjoys working in a structured, daytime environment
- Values routine, reliability, and teamwork
- Is passionate about providing nutritious, high-quality
food
- Wants a long-term role with excellent work-life balance
Ready
for a Better Way to Work?
If
you love cooking but are ready to leave behind the demands of traditional
hospitality, this could be the perfect next step.
Join us and rediscover why you became a chef.
If you have any queries or would like to discuss this role please contact Jackie Jessup, Head of Catering.
Related Documents
Contact Details
Jackie Jessup
jackie.jessup@kps.woodard.co.uk
Kings Priory School
Open Data obtained from: Department for EducationTyne and Wear
NE30 4RF
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