Blue Arrow Milton Keynes is currently recruiting an experienced Catering Manager / Chef Manager on a temporary, ongoing basis for an exciting on-site Farm Kitchen operation.

About the Role

You will be responsible for leading and managing the entire catering department within a vibrant Farm Kitchen environment, serving a family-friendly menu using fresh, seasonal and home-grown produce wherever possible . This is a hands-on leadership role , requiring a strong operational presence in both the kitchen and front-of-house.

Key Responsibilities

Hands-on cooking and overseeing daily food production and service delivery Leading, motivating and managing the catering team Rota planning and staff management Ensuring full compliance with food hygiene, health & safety regulations Menu planning and development in line with seasonal produce Managing financial performance, including stock control and margins Supporting and delivering on-site events Acting as Duty Manager , taking overall charge of the site when required

Requirements

Proven experience in a Catering Manager or Chef Manager role Strong leadership and organisational skills Confident working in a fast-paced, customer-facing environment Sound knowledge of food safety and health & safety compliance Must be a driver due to location and operational needs Flexible to work weekends initially (this may be reviewed following successful completion of probation)

What's on Offer

Temporary, ongoing assignment Immediate start Opportunity to lead a unique, fresh-food-focused catering operation Support from Blue Arrow Milton Keynes throughout your assignment If you're an experienced Catering Manager looking for your next hands-on leadership role and can start immediately, we'd love to hear from you. Blue Arrow is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to helping find great work opportunities for great people.

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