Chef Manager

Compass Group; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 26,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading catering services provider in Liverpool is seeking a Chef Manager to oversee the full catering operation. This role requires a hands-on leader who excels in both culinary skills and business management. Candidates should have proven experience in similar roles and a passion for fresh, high-quality food. The compensation is £25,034 per annum for 32.5 hours a week, with a working pattern of Monday to Friday.

Benefits

Exciting culinary pathways

Real-time mentoring

Opportunities to earn qualifications

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing a catering operation.
• Ability to understand P&L, cost control, and business KPIs.
• Strong sense of ownership and ability to manage client relationships.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the full catering operation from food to finance.
• Manage food costs, margins, and waste with precision.
• Build strong relationships with clients and guests.

Skills

Proven experience as a Chef Manager or Head Chef

Strong operational experience

Passion for fresh food and seasonal ingredients

Strong financial acumen

Job description

Chef Manager – Location: Liverpool | Salary: £25,034 per annum, 32.5 hours per week | Working Pattern: Monday - Friday role! Monday and Friday are breakfast service only.

Please note: this is a lone working site.

We're looking for a Chef Manager who can do more than cook. This is a role for a hands-on leader who's as confident at the stove as they are in a client meeting, someone who understands how to run a business and deliver food that delights.

As the heartbeat of the site, you'll oversee every aspect of the catering operation, from menu planning to client relationships, budgets, compliance, and service delivery. You'll cook with passion, lead with purpose and run the outlet like it's your own.

What You'll Be Doing

• Oversee the full catering operation from food to finance to front of house.
• Managing food costs, margins, waste and labour with commercial precision.
• Build strong relationships with our clients and guests. Understanding their needs, exceeding expectations and delivering service with an impact.
• Ensure compliance with food safety, health & safety and company standards at all times.

What you'll bring to the table

• Proven experience as a Chef Manager or Head Chef with strong operational experience.
• A passion for fresh food, seasonal ingredients, and high-quality service delivery.
• A strong sense of ownership and ability to manage client relationships.
• Strong financial acumen, you understand P&L, cost control, and business KPIs.

Hungry for more

We also offer exciting culinary pathways for team members who want to level up. With real-time mentoring, hands-on experience, and the chance to earn recognised qualifications, it's a delicious way to grow your skills while doing what you love.

Personality behind every plate

Dine provides tailored food services to 140 clients in the business and industry sector. With over two decades of industry experience, we pride ourselves on offering a personalised approach to our clients, whilst delivering outstanding service. Our passion lies in creating great-tasting menus, promoting sustainability, and proudly working with local suppliers and communities. That's why our menus feature only locally sourced, seasonal, and sustainable ingredients with a target of reaching Climate Zero by 2030.

For more information about careers at Dine Contract Catering and our benefits please visit: Careers at Dine Contract Catering

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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!