Chef Manager: Lead Kitchen, Seasonal Menus & Growth

Compass Group UK; Waltham Cross; Vor Ort; GBP 41.000 - 54.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Pension scheme

Career development

Digital health access

Travel discounts

Groceries discounts

Cinema tickets

Cash rewards

Wellness classes

Friends & family discounts

Zusammenfassung

Compass Group UK is seeking an experienced Chef Manager to lead our kitchen and café operation, delivering exceptional food and service while developing the team. You'll own day-to-day operations, food quality, health & safety, compliance, stock and costs, while working with clients to create standout food experiences.

This hands-on role requires strong culinary skills, leadership and commercial awareness. Join us to drive engagement, ensure high standards and deliver memorable dining for our

Qualifikationen

• 3+ years' experience as Chef de Partie or Senior Chef de Partie with leadership

Aufgaben

• Lead, motivate and develop the kitchen and catering team, setting clear standards and supporting succession planning.
• Deliver an exceptional Client Food Programme, including seasonal menus, specials, themed events and promotions.
• Oversee food preparation, presentation, portion control, quality and service standards.
• Ensure full compliance with food safety, HSE, hygiene and company requirements.
• Manage stock, purchasing, food costs, wastage, agency and overtime spend.
• Maintain strong audit performance and accurate operational records.
• Build positive relationships with clients, customers and stakeholders.
• Drive engagement, innovation and continuous improvement across the operation.

Kenntnisse

Leadership experience

Culinary skills

Budgeting / cost control

People development

Communication

Jobbeschreibung

Compass Group UK is seeking an experienced Chef Manager to lead our kitchen and café operation, delivering exceptional food and service while developing the team. You'll own day-to-day operations, food quality, health & safety, compliance, stock and costs, while working with clients to create standout food experiences.

This hands-on role requires strong culinary skills, leadership and commercial awareness. Join us to drive engagement, ensure high standards and deliver memorable dining for our