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At Co-op Academy Manchester, part of Taylor Shaw, we believe healthy food fuels young minds, and we’re passionate about serving delicious, nutritious meals in schools and colleges across the UK. Every meal is fresh, sustainable, and packed with goodness – because we know young people deserve the best.
Job Responsibility:
Proactively manage teams on site
Accountable for recruiting, inducting, training, and supporting colleagues to deliver an efficient, high-quality service
Motivating and managing a team of 15 (1 x Chef, 14 x General Assistants)
Oversee and participate in the preparation, cooking, and serving 800 (approx.) fresh, high-quality meals while ensuring consistency and portion control
Prepare and cook nutritionally balanced seasonal menus that meet dietary, medical, or ethnic requirements
Controlling and managing a budget
Accountable for ensuring ongoing team communications, including building internal and external relationships, management reporting and client liaison to enable operational excellence
Accountable for COSHH, Food Safety, H&S, legal regulations, environmental policies and duty of care to customers and colleagues
Requirements:
Proven leadership ability with a proactive, hands-on approach
Genuine interest in customer service excellence
Focused on the front line
Catering experience essential with chef skills
2+ years’ experience as Head Chef or Sous Chef ready for their next step
Business Acumen: Good understanding of P&L accounts, budgeting, and cost-control measures.
Certifications: Level 2 or 3 Food Safety & Hygiene is standard
What we offer:
Free, tasty meals
Flexible working - including part time roles
Plenty of Time to Unwind - Flexibility around family life with holidays that match the school calendar
Leave for life’s important moments
Give back time - paid volunteering days for the causes you care about
Room to grow - career development and learning opportunities for all stages of your career
Wellbeing first - mental health support and wellbeing perks
Financial security - pension schemes and life assurance
Exclusive discounts - save on entertainment, leisure, and even travel