Chef Manager 6 Month FTC

Compass Group; Walsall; On-site; GBP 34,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the care sector is seeking a passionate Chef Manager for its Walsall Palliative Care Unit. This 6-month fixed-term position involves leading the kitchen team, creating delicious meals for residents, and ensuring high standards in food safety. If you have a strong cooking background and leadership experience in catering, this role offers a fantastic opportunity to make a real difference.

Benefits

Free meal during every shift

Onsite free car parking

Contributory pension scheme

Career Pathways and MyLearning programmes

Quick access to a Digital GP for family

Exclusive travel discounts

Shop discounts at major supermarkets

Cinema ticket discounts

Cash rewards on spending

Free wellness and mindfulness classes

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years of catering experience.
• Experience managing teams in a similar role.
• Caring and compassionate approach.

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.

Skills

Team management

Organizational skills

Food safety regulations

Basic IT skills

Education

NVQ Level 1 & 2

City & Guilds 706/1 and 2

Basic Food Hygiene certificate

Job description

Chef Manager Walsall Palliative Care Unit-6 Month FTC

• £34000per annum
• 40 hours per week
• 5 days per week
• Shift Pattern 5 over 7,
• Cooking 2 days per week
• Flexible menu

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 asupportive and friendly environment
Opportunity to createhomemade, 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)

BasicIT skills, including familiarity with email systems, Microsoft Office, and other similar programmes.
Excellentteam management and organisational skills
Knowledge offood safety regulations (Level 3 Food Hygiene desirable)
A caring and compassionate approach to food service

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 meal during every shift
• 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 family

Our ideal Catering 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
• Hold an NVQ Level 1 & 2 or City & Guilds 706/1 and 2
• Hold a Basic Food Hygiene certificate
• Demonstrate brilliant financial acumen
• Have excellent communication and organisational skills
• Be an ambitious and motivated individual who is always looking to upskill