<h2>🍽️ <strong>Chef Manager - School Catering (Agency Role)</strong></h2><p>📍 <strong>Brentwood, Essex</strong></p><p>🕒 <strong>Full-time, Term-Time | Competitive Agency Rates</strong></p><p>Are you a passionate and organised Chef Manager looking for your next opportunity? We're seeking an experienced professional to lead the catering operation at a welcoming school in Brentwood. This is a fantastic agency position for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and takes pride in serving nutritious, high‑quality meals to children.</p><h3><strong>⭐ The Role</strong></h3><p>As the Chef Manager, you will:</p><ul><li>Oversee the daily running of the school kitchen</li><li>Plan and prepare healthy, balanced menus in line with school meal standards</li><li>Manage stock, ordering, and kitchen budgets</li><li>Ensure all food safety, hygiene and allergen procedures are followed</li><li>Lead and motivate a small kitchen team</li><li>Build positive relationships with school staff, pupils, and the agency</li></ul><h3><strong>✔️ About You</strong></h3><p>We're looking for someone who:</p><ul><li>Has previous experience as a Chef Manager or Senior Chef (school catering experience desirable)</li><li>Holds a valid <strong>Enhanced DBS</strong> (or is willing to obtain one)</li><li>Has strong leadership and organisation skills</li><li>Is confident with menu planning and dietary requirements</li><li>Enjoys creating a welcoming, efficient, and child‑focused dining experience</li></ul><h3><strong>📦 What We Offer</strong></h3><ul><li>Competitive weekly agency pay</li><li>Term-time schedule - great work-life balance</li><li>Support from a friendly, dedicated agency team</li><li>Opportunity to make a real difference in a school community</li></ul><p>If you're an enthusiastic Chef Manager ready to step into a rewarding school role in Brentwood, we'd love to hear from you!</p><p>👉 <strong>Apply today</strong> and help us serve great food that fuels learning and smiles.</p><p>Blue Arrow is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to helping find great work opportunities for great people.</p>

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