Chef Manager: Lead Kitchen, Menu & Client Relations

Dine Contract Catering Ltd; Anwick; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Dine Contract Catering Ltd in Anwick is seeking a hands-on Chef Manager who can lead on the stove and in the client meeting room, running the catering operation end-to-end. You will be involved in menu planning, team leadership, and client liaison to ensure a seamless service.

You will plan and monitor budgets, drive food quality and compliance, and mentor a team to deliver memorable food experiences with personality and pride.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Chef Manager or Head Chef with strong operational experience.
• Great communication and leadership skills; you inspire others with energy.
• Strong financial acumen; you understand P&L, cost control and KPIs.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the full catering operation from food to front of house and finance.
• 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 and exceed expectations.
• Ensure compliance with food safety, health & safety and company standards at all times.
• Drive consistency and quality across the kitchen and wider catering operation.

Skills

Leadership

Operations

Cost control

Food safety

Client management

Job description

Dine Contract Catering Ltd in Anwick is seeking a hands-on Chef Manager who can lead on the stove and in the client meeting room, running the catering operation end-to-end. You will be involved in menu planning, team leadership, and client liaison to ensure a seamless service.

You will plan and monitor budgets, drive food quality and compliance, and mentor a team to deliver memorable food experiences with personality and pride.