Chef Manager - Cowdenbeath

TN United Kingdom; Cowdenbeath; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated professional to manage food service operations in a dynamic environment. This role involves ensuring compliance with contractual terms, maintaining high standards of food preparation and service, and fostering team development. The ideal candidate will bring culinary expertise and management experience, alongside a passion for delivering exceptional food service. With a focus on client satisfaction and operational efficiency, this position offers a chance to make a significant impact in a rewarding workplace. Join a team that values your contributions and supports your career growth through ongoing training and development.

Benefits

Financial Wellbeing Programme

Discounted Health Cash Plan

Pension Scheme

Life Assurance

Employee Assistance Programme

Sharebuy Scheme

Recognition Awards

Employee Networks

Discounts on Entertainment

Ongoing Training and Development

Qualifications

• Experience in contract catering and culinary roles is essential.
• Management experience in a similar role is required.

Responsibilities

• Understand and deliver all contractual terms and maintain client communication.
• Support and develop the team while ensuring food quality and safety standards.

Skills

Contract Catering Experience

Culinary Skills

Management Experience

Communication Skills

Teamwork

Job description

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Job Responsibilities

1. Understand and deliver all contractual terms.
2. Communicate any on-site client changes to line manager.
3. Maintain regular communication with clients.
4. Complete action plans following client satisfaction surveys.
5. Ensure all company promotions are correctly implemented.
6. Identify additional opportunities and discuss with line manager.
7. Analyze and manage all in-unit costs effectively.
8. Monitor and manage gross profit (GP).
9. Accurately record and maintain cost and sales records.
10. Record and minimize all food wastage.
11. Support, train, coach, and develop your team.
12. Implement and review all relevant HSE procedures within the unit.
13. Report and investigate all HSE incidents, reviewing work procedures as needed.
14. Report HSE issues beyond your control to your line manager.
15. Ensure team adherence to all H&S and FS policies.
16. Ensure all food is prepared, cooked, and presented to the required standards and portion specifications.
17. Manage processing of food orders, receipt, and storage of deliveries.
18. Maintain cleanliness of kitchens and surrounding areas.
19. Ensure correct use of all machinery and equipment.
20. Perform other general tasks to support effective food service delivery.

Candidate Requirements

• Experience in contract catering.
• Previous culinary experience is essential.
• Previous management experience in a similar role.
• Passionate about working in a food service environment.
• Good communication skills and ability to work positively with others as part of a team.
• Friendly, helpful, and polite attitude.

Additional Benefits

• Financial wellbeing programme and preferred rates on salary finance products.
• Medicash – Discounted health cash plan covering medical treatments for you and your family.
• Pension scheme and Life Assurance.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Sharebuy Scheme.
• Recognition awards including peer recognition and Long Service Awards.
• Employee networks led by employees for employees.
• Discounts on entertainment, health & wellbeing, and travel.
• Shopping discounts up to 15% at high street and online stores.
• Ongoing training, development, and career pathways.