Chef Manager — Weekdays, Lead Kitchen & Client Relations

Dine Contract Catering; Hitchin; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A catering service provider is seeking a Chef Manager for weekdays only to lead and manage the full catering operation in Hitchin. The role involves overseeing menu planning, team delivery, and client relationships while ensuring financial precision. Candidates should be hands-on leaders with experience in catering management. The position offers a competitive salary of up to £34,000 per annum, with a working pattern of Monday to Friday from 7am to 3pm.

Qualifications

• Hands-on leader with cooking and client facing skills.
• Experience in managing catering operations and team delivery.
• Understanding of budgets and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Oversee catering operation from food to finance.
• Lead and develop your team for excellent service.
• Manage food costs, margins, waste and labour efficiently.

Skills

Team leadership

Menu planning

Client relationship management

Financial management

Job description

A catering service provider is seeking a Chef Manager for weekdays only to lead and manage the full catering operation in Hitchin. The role involves overseeing menu planning, team delivery, and client relationships while ensuring financial precision. Candidates should be hands-on leaders with experience in catering management. The position offers a competitive salary of up to £34,000 per annum, with a working pattern of Monday to Friday from 7am to 3pm.