Chef Manager

Compass Group; Etchingham; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food service provider in the UK is seeking a Chef Manager to oversee catering operations, ensuring high-quality food delivery and exceptional service. The ideal candidate will have experience in senior management, excellent leadership skills, and a relevant culinary qualification. This full-time role offers a chance to grow within the company, recognized for investing in its staff, and providing a supportive environment to thrive.

Benefits

Competitive pay

Learning and development opportunities

Great perks

Qualifications

• Experience in a Chef Manager or senior catering management role.
• Ability to motivate and develop a team.
• Strong financial and cost control skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and deliver high-quality food.
• Manage and lead the kitchen and catering team.
• Identify opportunities to improve food quality and service.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Financial management

Team Development

Time management

Education

City & Guilds 706/1 & 2, NVQ or equivalent

Job description

We’re currently recruiting an ambitious Chef Manager to help us create exceptional food experiences on a full-time basis, contracted to 40 hours per week.

As a Chef Manager, you will be responsible for both the culinary offer and the day-to-day management of the catering operation, delivering an outstanding food and service experience. In return, you’ll have the opportunity to progress your career with a company that invests in its people, celebrates individuality, and rewards and recognises those who go above and beyond.

Could you bring your spark to Compass Group? Here’s what you need to know before applying for a Chef Manager position with Compass Group UK&I.

Here’s an idea of what your shift pattern will be:

• Mon: Full-time (Days)
• Tues: Full-time (Days)
• Weds: Full-time (Days)
• Thurs: Full-time (Days)
• Fri: Full-time (Days)
• Sat:
• Sun:

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Preparing and delivering delicious, high-quality food that delights our clients and customers
• Managing and leading the kitchen and catering team, creating a positive and supportive working environment
• Identifying opportunities to improve food quality, service delivery and operational efficiency
• Delivering our food concepts and standards consistently
• Representing Compass Group UK&I and maintaining a positive brand image
• Managing ordering, stock control and minimising food waste
• Overseeing kitchen cleaning and ensuring excellent hygiene standards are maintained
• Managing budgets, controlling costs and meeting financial targets
• Ensuring compliance with Food Handling & Hygiene standards
• Ensuring full compliance with Health & Safety regulations
• Supporting recruitment, training and development of team members

Our ideal Chef Manager will:

• Hold a City & Guilds 706/1 & 2, NVQ or equivalent qualification
• Have experience in a similar Chef Manager or senior catering management role
• Be a strong leader who can motivate and develop a team
• Be an excellent communicator with the ability to build strong relationships
• Be commercially aware with strong financial and cost control skills
• Strive for excellence with an enthusiastic and proactive approach
• Take initiative and make decisions that are right for our customers and clients
• Work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment
• Demonstrate excellent timekeeping, reliability and organisational skills
• Have a safety-first mindset
• Be passionate about food and service

As part of Compass, you’ll help to feed people, fuel progress and forge connections across around 6,000 venues. Join us to grow your career with the industry leader and enjoy competitive pay, great perks and unrivalled opportunities for learning and development at one of the UK’s biggest businesses.

Compass Group UK&I is committed to fostering an environment where every individual can truly be themselves at work and has equal opportunities to advance in their careers. We strive to build a culture that respects and celebrates the unique talents, beliefs, backgrounds and abilities of all our team members. We want our colleagues to feel valued, empowered to reach their full potential and to thrive – because diversity is our strength.