Chef Manager

Restaurant Associates; Reading; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading catering company in Reading is seeking a Chef Manager to oversee kitchen operations for staff dining. Responsibilities include menu planning, food preparation, and managing a team of five to ensure high service standards. The ideal candidate has strong management experience, food safety knowledge, and excellent leadership skills. Benefits include a contributory pension scheme and exclusive discounts.

Benefits

Contributory pension scheme

Career growth programmes

Digital GP access

Travel discounts

Grocery discounts

Cinema ticket discounts

Cash rewards

Wellness classes

Share discounts with friends and family

Qualifications

• Proven management experience in a professional kitchen environment.
• Strong knowledge of food safety, health, and safety regulations.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of kitchen operations, including menu planning.
• Maintain the highest standards of food hygiene and health & safety compliance.
• Lead, train, and motivate the team to deliver excellence every day.

Skills

Management experience

Food safety knowledge

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Job description

As Chef Manager, you'll oversee the day-to-day running of the staff dining and hospitality operation, serving around 150 covers daily. You'll manage a team of five, ensuring smooth service, great teamwork, and consistently high standards.

Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of kitchen operations, including menu planning, food preparation, and service delivery
• Maintain the highest standards of food hygiene and health & safety compliance
• Lead, train, and motivate the team to deliver excellence every day
• Control costs and stock levels while maintaining quality and efficiency
• Support hospitality and events as required

Qualifications

• Proven management experience in a professional kitchen environment
• Strong knowledge of food safety, health, and safety regulations
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organisational skills
• A passion for great food and a positive, can-do attitude

Ready to take the next step in your culinary career? Apply today and lead a team that takes pride in delivering exceptional food and service.

Benefits

• Contributory pension scheme
• Grow your career with our Career Pathways and MyLearning programmes
• Quick access for you and your immediate family to a Digital GP, and wider healthcare benefits
• Exclusive travel discounts with TUI, Expedia, Booking.com and many more
• Save money on your food shop with discounts on Tesco, Sainsbury's, Morrisons and many more
• Up to 44% off cinema tickets to enjoy your favourite blockbuster
• Receive cash rewards every time you spend and use them on a wide range of brands
• Un-wind with us with free wellness, mindfulness and exercise classes
• You can share all discounts and offers with your friends and families