Chef Manager

Chef Manager

Full-time / Permanent / Term time only

Hours: 37.5 hours per week during term-time, 7am – 3:30pm plus a bank of 300 hours to be worked during the School holidays

Starting Salary: £35,212 per annum (FTE £38,900pa).

Start Date: September 2026

We are seeking an experienced, enthusiastic and innovative individual to join our dedicated catering team at Truro School.

As the Chef Manager, you will be responsible for leading and developing the School’s catering provision, reporting directly to the Operations Director. You will oversee the day-to-day operation of the catering department, ensuring the delivery of a high-quality dining experience that meets the needs of our pupils, staff and wider school community.

The successful candidate will be responsible for menu planning, food preparation, purchasing and stock control, ensuring a nutritious, diverse and cost-effective catering service. You will lead and develop the catering team, maintaining the highest standards of food quality, hygiene, health and safety, and customer service at all times. The role also includes overseeing hospitality and events catering, working closely with clients and colleagues to deliver exceptional functions and special events, while supporting the strategic development of catering across the School.

You will play a key role in ensuring compliance with all food safety, allergen, health and safety and statutory requirements, whilst promoting sustainable working practices, minimising waste and maintaining effective budgetary control.

This position requires a flexible approach and will include occasional evening and weekend working to support School events and functions.

In addition to a competitive salary, we are committed to the wellbeing and development of all our staff. Benefits include ongoing professional development, an excellent pension scheme, staff discount, and membership of the superb Sir Ben Ainslie Sports Centre.

More information can be found on the Truro School website.

Truro School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants must be willing to undergo appropriate child protection screening, including checks with past employers and an enhanced DBS check.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all sections of the community.

Closing date for applications is Monday 17 August 20263, 2026 at 9.00am. All applications must be made using a Truro School application form.

Application forms must be completed in full and returned by post or e-mail to:

Miss Steffy Jaison, HR Advisor, Truro School, Trennick Lane, Truro TR1 1TH Email: recruitment@truroschool.com, tel: 01872 272763