Chef Manager: Lead Kitchens & Service Excellence

Compass Group PLC; Greater London; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Contributory pension

Career Pathways

Digital GP

Travel discounts

Grocery discounts

Cinema tickets discounts

Cash rewards

Wellness and mindfulness classes

Job summary

Compass Group PLC is seeking an experienced Chef Manager to oversee all Chartwells catering and service operations on a full-time basis, contracted to 40 hours per week. The role requires managing kitchens and service counters, driving exceptional food experiences and customer service across multiple venues within the Compass Group UK&I.

You will lead culinary and catering teams, monitor KPIs, manage inventories and budgets, and ensure Health & Safety standards.

Qualifications

• Minimum two years catering experience.
• Experience managing teams in a similar role.
• Hold an NVQ Level 1 & 2 or City & Guilds 706/1 and 2.
• Hold a Basic Food Hygiene certificate.

Responsibilities

• Prepare delicious food to the highest standards.
• Supervise culinary and catering teams to ensure impeccable service.
• Oversee catering operations, inventories and budgets with action plans.
• Communicate with line manager to monitor KPIs and targets.
• Represent Compass Group UK&I and maintain a positive brand image.
• Identify opportunities for new food or service concepts to drive sales.
• Liaise between customers and teams to exceed expectations.
• Train and lead teams; ensure everyone excels in their role.
• Implement and review Health & Safety standards across teams.

Skills

Catering management

Team leadership

Budget monitoring

Communication

Education

NVQ Level 1 & 2 or City & Guilds 706/1&2

Job description

Compass Group PLC is seeking an experienced Chef Manager to oversee all Chartwells catering and service operations on a full-time basis, contracted to 40 hours per week. The role requires managing kitchens and service counters, driving exceptional food experiences and customer service across multiple venues within the Compass Group UK&I.

You will lead culinary and catering teams, monitor KPIs, manage inventories and budgets, and ensure Health & Safety standards.