Chef Manager - Cheltenham

B&I (Business and Industry); Cheltenham; On-site; GBP 37,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading catering service provider is seeking a Chef Manager in Cheltenham to oversee operations at a prestigious client site. This role involves providing exceptional service while ensuring compliance with food safety standards. The ideal candidate will have experience in culinary management, a passion for customer service, and be able to lead and develop a kitchen team effectively. This position offers a Monday to Friday schedule, promoting a balanced work-life environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in managing a kitchen or catering service.
• Strong understanding of food safety and health regulations.
• Ability to lead and develop a team in a high-pressure environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality lunch service for a prestigious client.
• Lead food preparation and service in line with brand standards.
• Ensure compliance with all food safety and hygiene regulations.
• Manage and develop the kitchen team for excellence.
• Oversee menu planning with a focus on cost-effectiveness.

Skills

Culinary skills

Leadership

Food Safety Compliance

Customer Service

Job description

Chef Manager Cheltenham

Salary : £36,213 per annum

Hours : Monday to Friday, 40 hours per week

Location : Cheltenham - Prestigious Client Site

Eurest is looking for an experienced and passionate Chef Manager to lead the catering operation at our prestigious Spirax Sarco site in Cheltenham. This is a fantastic opportunity for a motivated culinary professional who thrives in a high-quality, customer-focused environment and enjoys the benefits of a Monday-Friday schedule.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide a high-quality and consistent lunch service for this prestigious client site.
• Lead by example in the preparation, presentation, and service of all food in line with Eurest and brand standards.
• Ensure full compliance with Food Safety, Health & Safety, and Hygiene regulations across kitchen and front-of-house operations.
• Maintain and update all Food Safety and H&S documentation to an audit-ready standard.
• Manage, train, and develop the catering team to deliver excellence in food quality, customer service, and compliance.
• Oversee menu planning, delivering seasonal, cost-effective, and customer-focused dishes.
• Control and monitor stock, wastage, and portion management to achieve targeted GP and budget expectations.

About You

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