Chef Manager - Feltham

Dine Contract Catering Ltd; Frome; On-site; GBP 26,100 - 31,900; Full time

Job summary

Dine Contract Catering Ltd in Feltham is seeking a Chef Manager to run the weekday catering operation, 7:00am to 3:30pm, Monday to Friday, with a 40-hour week.

You will oversee service from food to front of house, manage costs, develop your team and build strong client relationships while ensuring food safety and company standards.

The role offers up to £29,000 per annum and requires proven Chef Manager experience to lead a busy operation.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Chef Manager or Head Chef with strong operational experience.
• A passion for fresh food, seasonal ingredients, and high-quality service delivery.
• Great communication and leadership skills; you inspire others with your energy.
• A strong sense of ownership and ability to manage client relationships.
• Strong financial acumen; understanding of P&L, cost control, and business KPIs.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the full catering operation from food to finance to front of house.
• Lead, develop and motivate your team to deliver excellent service every day.
• Manage food costs, margins, waste and labour with commercial precision.
• Build strong relationships with clients and guests, understand needs, exceed expectations and deliver service with impact.
• Ensure compliance with food safety, health and safety and company standards at all times.
• Drive consistency and quality across the catering operation.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Cost control

P&L awareness

Team motivation

Job description

Overview

Location: Feltham

Salary: Up to £29,000 per annum, depending on experience

Working pattern: 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 7:00am to 3:30pm

Role

Chef Manager - Weekdays Only

What you’ll be doing

• Oversee the full catering operation from food to finance to front of house.
• Lead, develop and motivate your team to deliver excellent service every day.
• Manage food costs, margins, waste and labour with commercial precision.
• Build strong relationships with clients and guests, understand needs, exceed expectations and deliver service with impact.
• Ensure compliance with food safety, health and safety and company standards at all times.
• Drive consistency and quality across the catering operation.

What you’ll bring to the table

• Proven experience as a Chef Manager or Head Chef with strong operational experience.
• A passion for fresh food, seasonal ingredients, and high-quality service delivery.
• Great communication and leadership skills; you inspire others with your energy.
• A strong sense of ownership and ability to manage client relationships.
• Strong financial acumen; understanding of P&L, cost control, and business KPIs.
• Excellent communication and people management skills; you build trust, lead by example, and bring out the best in your team.