Chef Manager - Ealing

Compass Group UK & Ireland; London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in catering and support services for education seeks a dedicated Chef Manager to oversee operations at a state school. This role involves managing food services, maintaining client relationships, and ensuring compliance with policies. The ideal candidate will have experience in contract catering, strong leadership skills, and a focus on quality. Join a diverse team that values individuality and offers career progression opportunities.

Benefits

Contributory pension scheme

Career development programmes

Digital GP and healthcare benefits

Travel discounts

Food shopping discounts

Cinema ticket discounts

Cash rewards on spending

Free wellness classes

Share discounts

Qualifications

• Experience in contract catering.
• Proven sales growth and client retention.

Responsibilities

• Managing the contract efficiently to ensure quality food and beverage services.
• Planning resources to deliver first-class service.
• Managing, recruiting, developing, and training team members.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Team Management

IT Literacy

Job description

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Job Introduction

We ensure you're rewarded for all your hard work, which is why we offer a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Monday - Friday
• Term Time only
• Contributory pension scheme
• Career development programmes such as Career Pathways and MyLearning
• Digital GP and wider healthcare benefits for you and your immediate family
• Travel discounts with TUI, Expedia, Booking.com, and more
• Food shopping discounts at Tesco, Sainsbury's, Morrisons, etc.
• Up to 44% off cinema tickets
• Cash rewards on spending, redeemable across various brands
• Free wellness, mindfulness, and exercise classes
• Share discounts and offers with friends and family

Please note: This role is contracted to 45 weeks per year.

We are recruiting a dedicated Chef Manager to oversee operations at our state school, on a term-time basis, contracted for 40 hours per week.

As a Chef Manager, you will apply your skills to maintain high-quality standards. In return, you will have opportunities for career progression within a company that invests in its people, celebrates individuality, and rewards excellence.

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Managing the contract efficiently to ensure quality food and beverage services
• Maintaining positive client relationships
• Planning resources to deliver first-class service
• Managing, recruiting, developing, and training team members
• Ensuring compliance with company policies and procedures
• Meeting financial budgets and targets

Our ideal Chef Manager will have:

• Experience in contract catering
• Leadership and team management skills
• Proven sales growth and client retention
• Excellent communication skills
• Strong leadership and motivation skills
• Ability to liaise effectively at all levels
• Focus on quality and results
• Compliance with policies and procedures
• IT literacy (MS Office, Email)

Part of Compass Group UK&I, Chartwells specializes in catering and support services for education. We serve millions of nutritious meals weekly across UK educational institutions. We are committed to safeguarding children; employment is subject to pre-employment checks, including an enhanced DBS disclosure and Children's Barred List check. This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974; applicants must declare all convictions.

Job Reference: com/0805/72717001/52553276/R/WJ #State Schools

At Compass Group UK&I, we promote an inclusive environment where everyone can be themselves and advance their careers. We celebrate diversity and aim to create a culture of respect, empowerment, and opportunity for all our team members.