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Chef Manager

Chartwells Independent

Tonbridge

On-site

GBP 25,000 - 30,000

Full time

Yesterday
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Job summary

A leading food service provider in Tonbridge is seeking a passionate Chef Manager to lead a kitchen team in an extra care scheme. You will manage stock, ensure high food hygiene standards, and engage with residents to enhance their dining experience. A minimum of two years catering experience in a leadership role is required. The position offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, including free meals and training opportunities.

Benefits

Free meals
Onsite free car parking
Contributory pension scheme
Career development programs
Health and wellness benefits
Travel discounts
Grocery discounts
Cinema ticket discounts
Cash rewards
Free wellness classes

Qualifications

  • Minimum of two years of catering experience.
  • Experience managing teams in a similar role.
  • Proven financial acumen.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the kitchen team to deliver high-quality meals.
  • Manage stock and suppliers for fresh ingredients.
  • Maintain high standards of food hygiene and safety.
  • Engage with residents to enhance their dining experience.

Skills

Team management
Organisational skills
Customer service
Knowledge of food safety regulations

Tools

Basic IT skills
Job description

Chef Manager - Barnes Lodge Care Home Tonbridge

Salary of £29,474 per annum - 37.5 hours per week

Are you a passionate and experienced Chef looking for a rewarding leadership role in a warm and welcoming environment? We are seeking a Chef Manager to lead our kitchen team in an extra care scheme, ensuring our residents enjoy delicious meals every day.

Why Join Us?

Work in a supportive and friendly environment
Opportunity to create homemade, fresh, and seasonal dishes.
Make a real difference in residents’ lives

Your Role:

  • Lead the kitchen team to deliver high-quality meals tailored to residents' needs
  • Manage stock and suppliers to ensure fresh ingredients and cost control
  • Maintain high standards of food hygiene, safety, and kitchen cleanliness
  • Engage with residents to understand their preferences and enhance their dining experience

What We’re Looking For:

A passionate chef with experience in a leadership role (e.g., Head Chef, Kitchen Manager)

Basic IT skills, including familiarity with email systems, Microsoft Office, and other similar programmes.
Excellent team management and organisational skills
Knowledge of food safety regulations
A caring and compassionate approach to food service

Our ideal Chef Manager will:

  • Be passionate about great-tasting food and exceptional customer service
  • Have a minimum of two years of catering experience
  • Have experience managing teams in a similar role
  • Demonstrate brilliant financial acumen
  • Have excellent communication and organisational skills
  • Be an ambitious and motivated individual who is always looking to upskill

We ensure you're rewarded for all your hard work, which is why we offer a comprehensive benefits package which includes but is not limited to:

  • Free meals
  • Onsite free car parking
  • 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

About Us

As part of Compass you'll help to feed people, fuel progress and forge connections in around 6,000 venues. Join us to grow your career with the industry leader, and get 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!

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