Chef Manager - Leatherhead

Compass Group; Leatherhead; On-site; GBP 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food services provider in Leatherhead is seeking an experienced Chef Manager to lead their catering operation. The role offers a salary of £34,500 per annum and a Monday to Friday schedule, promoting a great work/life balance. Responsibilities include planning seasonal menus, managing food orders, and ensuring compliance. Ideal candidates will have experience in a similar role and possess strong leadership and organizational skills.

Benefits

Free meal on site

Free parking

No bank holiday or Christmas working

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Chef Manager or Head Chef.
• Confident managing budgets and compliance paperwork.
• Strong organisational and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver creative, seasonal menus.
• Manage food ordering and stock control.
• Ensure PCI compliance and complete weekly bookwork.
• Maintain strong client relationships and deliver excellent service.
• Support and mentor an apprentice through their qualification.
• Oversee Health, Safety & Environmental (HSE) standards.
• Ensure full allergen and dietary management compliance.

Skills

Organisational skills

Leadership skills

Passion for food

Budget management

Job description

Overview

Chef Manager - Leatherhead (Monday to Friday)
Salary: £34,500 per annum
Location: Leatherhead
Hours: Monday to Friday (No bank holidays or Christmas working)

We're looking for an experienced and motivated Chef Manager to lead our on-site catering operation in Leatherhead. This is a fantastic opportunity for an established Chef Manager or a Head Chef ready to take the next step into management.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver creative, seasonal menus
• Manage food ordering and stock control
• Ensure PCI compliance and complete weekly bookwork
• Maintain strong client relationships and deliver excellent service
• Support and mentor an apprentice through their qualification
• Oversee Health, Safety & Environmental (HSE) standards
• Ensure full allergen and dietary management compliance

About You

• Previous experience as a Chef Manager or Head Chef
• Strong organisational and leadership skills
• Passionate about food, people, and service excellence
• Confident managing budgets and compliance paperwork

What We Offer

• £34,500 per annum
• Monday to Friday role - great work/life balance
• Free meal on site
• Free parking
• No bank holiday or Christmas working

If you're ready to lead from the front and bring your culinary expertise to a supportive environment, we'd love to hear from you!

Apply today to take the next step in your chef career.

About Us

Personality behind every plate

Dine provides tailored food services to 140 clients in the business and industry sector. With over two decades of industry experience, we pride ourselves on offering a personalised approach to our clients, whilst delivering outstanding service. Our passion lies in creating great-tasting menus, promoting sustainability, and proudly working with local suppliers and communities. That?s why our menus feature only locally sourced, seasonal, and sustainable ingredients with a target of reaching Climate Zero by 2030.

Our secret ingredient - our people!