Assistant Chef Manager Chancellors School
| Company: | Hertfordshire Catering Ltd (HCL) |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £19,381 to £19,381 a year |
| Hours: | Full-time |
| Location: | Hatfield, AL9 7BN |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Posting date: | 13 Oct 2026 |
| Closing date: | 12 Nov 2026 |
Summary
Assistant Chef Manager- Chancellors School 30hours per week
At HCL SAFEGUARDING IS OUR NUMBER ONE PRIORITY.
The safety of children and young people is at the heart of everything we do.
About us:
At HCL, we're more than just a caterer. We proudly serve over 16 million meals a year, delivering outstanding dining experiences across schools and the commercial sector.
As an
Assistant Chef Manager, you'll be supporting the Chef Manager helping to prepare and serve nutritious food, while working as part of a team to deliver a great lunch service.
Let's talk about the role of an Assistant Chef Manager:
Support the Chef Manager with the day-to-day running of the kitchen
Help plan, prepare and serve healthy, high-quality meals
Supervise and support the catering team
Assist with stock, ordering and kitchen supplies
Ensure food safety and hygiene standards are always met
Maintain good food quality, portions and presentation
Cover for the Chef Manager when required
About the Ideal Assistant Chef Manager:
Committed to safeguarding children and young people
Food Hygiene Level 2 certificate (required)
NVQ Level 2/3 is highly desirable
Passionate about delivering fresh, nutritious meals
A supportive team player who can step up to lead when required
Well-organised, with the ability to work in a fast-paced kitchen
Confident assisting with stock control, ordering, and daily operations
Good understanding of food safety, allergens, and compliance standards
Strong communicator, able to work effectively with the team and wider stakeholders
Proactive, reliable, and hands-on in supporting kitchen operations
Committed to maintaining high standards of food and service
Why join us?
Salary:
£14.68
per hour
(£19,381 per annum
)
Hours: 30 hours per week - No Weekends, No Late Nights
Schedule:
Term Time Only - Enjoy all School Holidays off
Uniform provided
Rewards: Spread the Word & Earn Up to £500 - Refer a Friend! (T&Cs apply)
Succeed with us: Career progression opportunities
Exclusive discounts: via VIVUP for supermarkets, cinemas, retail, dining, hotels, and family activities
Wellbeing matters: Support through EAP & Financial Support via Stream
Safeguarding: Enhanced DBS Disclosure paid by HCL -
No Cost to You
If you're passionate, driven and ready to grow, we'd love to hear from you. Take the first step and
apply online - your
Assistant Chef Manager career with HCL starts here.
* £1000 joining bonus (T&C's)
* Friend referral bonus
* Term-time working with holidays off
* Training, career development & free uniform
* Pension, wellbeing support & reward schemes
* Discounts for shopping, dining, cinema & more
* Octopus Legacy expert support
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