About the role

Kitchen Manager - Lead with Passion, Cook with Purpose!

Location: Oasis Academy Oldham, Victoria Inn, Hollins Rd, Oldham, OL8 4JZ
Pay: £14.00 per hour
Hours: 35 hours per week
Working Pattern: Monday–Friday, 7:30am - 2:30pm
Contract: Term Time Only – 39 weeks, Permanent, Full Time

Are you ready to take the lead in a kitchen where food fuels not just bodies but bright futures? As a Kitchen Manager for [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal], you'll be at the heart of the school, overseeing food and beverage operations, managing budgets, and ensuring every meal is top-tier. Your leadership will inspire your team daily, creating a dynamic and productive work environment. Best of all? No unsociable hours and public holidays off—including Christmas!

Join [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] and be part of something greater. You belong in a team where you can act with purpose and thrive in your own way.

What You’ll Do

• Manage day-to-day catering operations, including food preparation, service, and kitchen organisation
• Lead, train, and motivate kitchen staff to maintain high performance and standards
• Control labour, food, and stock costs, ensuring operations stay within budget
• Plan and develop menus in line with customer needs and company standards
• Ensure all food is prepared, cooked, and presented to a high standard
• Deliver efficient, friendly customer service and support front-of-house during busy periods
• Maintain strict food hygiene, health, and safety standards at all times
• Monitor deliveries, check temperatures, and complete all required documentation
• Conduct routine checks and audits to ensure compliance with company procedures
• Keep kitchen and service areas clean, organised, and fully stocked
• Handle customer feedback and resolve issues where possible
• Support special events and provide cover during staff shortages
• Carry out additional duties as required by management

What You Bring

Essential

• Experience cooking on a large scale (100–1300 students)
• Experience following recipes in a professional kitchen
• Prior staff supervision or line management experience
• Strong knowledge of fresh produce and ingredient preparation
• Understanding of health and safety regulations and the ability to enforce them
• Ability to work under pressure in a busy kitchen environment
• Positive leadership, professionalism, and a passion for food
• Hold basic food handling certifications, including:
  • NVQ Level 2
  • Level 2 Food Safety Certificate
• At least one year of hands-on cooking experience (Training in Food Hygiene and Health & Safety provided)

What We Offer

• A dynamic and supportive work environment
• Competitive salary and benefits
• Full training and protective uniform provided
• No unsociable hours and public holidays off—including Christmas!
• Unlimited access to mental health and wellbeing support
• Employee Assistance Programme for legal, financial, and personal support
• Discounts, cashback schemes, and financial benefits
• Career progression, learning opportunities, and apprenticeships
• Cycle to Work Scheme and volunteering opportunities

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

At our company, we believe in fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone has the opportunity to thrive. Roles at [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] are designed to empower individuals from all backgrounds. We are committed to creating an environment that values equity and supports the growth of all employees, ensuring that everyone can contribute to and benefit from our collective success.

Note

[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] and our clients are committed to safeguarding children. All roles require pre-employment screening, including DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) and past employer checks.

[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] reserves the right to close this advert early if we receive a high number of applications.