Chef Manager

Chartwells Independent; Selby; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Join one of the UK's leading catering companies as a Chef Manager in Selby. Lead a dynamic team, manage kitchen operations, and create exceptional meals while fostering a forward-thinking food culture. This role offers a chance to grow in a supportive and innovative environment.

Qualifications

• Proven background as a Chef Manager or similar role.
• Strong culinary skills and passion for food.
• Natural leader with excellent communication and organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support the catering team to deliver exceptional food.
• Oversee kitchen operations, stock control, and compliance.
• Prepare innovative meals that impress clients.

Skills

Culinary skills

Leadership

Communication

Organisational skills

Computer literate

Job description

Bring Passion to the Plate – Lead with Purpose
We’re on the lookout for a passionate and experienced Chef Manager to join our dynamic team in Selby This is more than just a kitchen role – it’s your chance to lead a motivated team, create exceptional food, and help shape a modern, forward-thinking food culture within one of the UK’s leading catering companies.

As Chef Manager, you’ll be at the heart of our operation, leading a catering team. You’ll take the reins on everything from planning delicious, high-quality meals to managing stock and ensuring top-tier hygiene and safety standards.

Key Responsibilities

Lead, inspire, and support your team to deliver exceptional food and service

Oversee day-to-day kitchen operations, stock control, and compliance

Take pride in preparing fresh, innovative meals that wow clients and customers

Maintain a spotless kitchen and front-of-house environment

Handle weekly reporting and ordering with accuracy and efficiency

Champion health, safety, and food hygiene standards

What we are looking for

• A proven background as a Chef Manager or similar role
• Strong culinary skills and a real passion for food
• A natural leader with excellent communication and organisational skills
• Computer literate and confident with stock systems and reporting
• Self-motivated, adaptable, and ready to lead by example
• A keen eye for quality, safety, and service

Why Join Dine?
We're more than just a catering company—we’re a team that believes in supporting our people, embracing innovation, and giving you room to grow. If you're ready to take the next big step in your culinary career, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply today and lead the way at our Selby site!

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.

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