Chef Manager

Natasha; Hemel Hempstead; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious catering company in Hemel Hempstead seeks an experienced Chef Manager to oversee operations and ensure high standards in food service. The ideal candidate will manage budgets, lead the team, and deliver innovative menus while ensuring compliance with food safety standards. Strong leadership and catering management experience are essential. Enjoy competitive benefits including masterclasses with top chefs and a free lunch every workday.

Benefits

Annual day off for birthday

Monthly masterclasses with Michelin-starred chefs

Fully funded development courses

Discounts and cashback at retail outlets

Cycle-to-work scheme

Paid day off to volunteer

Free lunch every workday

Mental Health Charter App access

Enhanced parental leave benefits

Paid leave for fertility treatments

Grandparent leave

Qualifications

• Experience in contract catering management.
• Ability to forecast financial performance.
• Strong organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee contract operations and client relations.
• Manage budgets and stock counts.
• Ensure team meets hygiene and service standards.

Skills

Budget management

Team training and motivation

Food safety compliance

Catering innovation

Education

City & Guilds 706 1 and 2

NVQ or equivalent

Level 3 Food Safety qualification

Level 2 Health & Safety

Job description

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We’re a multi award-winning contract catering company, serving over 45,500 satisfied customers daily. We now have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Chef Manager to join our team.

This management role involves overseeing contract operations, liaising with clients to ensure excellent food and service, and recruiting, training, and motivating your team.

You will manage budgets, prepare weekly reports and stock counts, and ensure your team meets GP and budget targets through good planning and organizational skills. A deep knowledge of contract catering, the ability to forecast accurately, and a drive to deliver innovative food and service are essential—values that set Bartlett Mitchell apart.

We value high standards in hygiene, food safety, and compliance. You will brief and support your team, infuse our foodies culture into the site, and produce outstanding, seasonal, balanced, and nutritious menus inspired by quality ingredients.

As part of our learning culture, you’ll attend forums and Academy workshops to stay updated on food innovation. Regular kitchen presence and interaction with customers are expected to gauge success, gather inspiration, and maximize sales through our concepts and innovations.

Ideal candidates will have a City & Guilds 706 1 and 2, NVQ, or equivalent skills and experience, along with a Level 3 Food Safety qualification and Level 2 Health & Safety. A thorough understanding of Food Safety Management System requirements and COSHH is also required.

Our benefits include:

• An annual day off for your birthday
• Monthly masterclasses with Michelin-starred chefs
• Fully funded development courses from levels 2 to 7
• Discounts and cashback at retail and leisure outlets
• Cycle-to-work scheme
• Freedom Friday – a paid day off to volunteer
• Free lunch every workday
• 24/7 access to Mental Health Charter App
• Enhanced parental leave benefits
• Paid leave for fertility treatments
• Grandparent leave for supporting new family members

Explore all benefits and more on the BM Caterers website.