Chef Manager - Wisbech

Compass Group UK & Ireland; Wisbech; On-site; GBP 39,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Chef Manager to lead culinary operations in Wisbech. This role emphasizes a balanced work-life schedule, allowing you to thrive while delivering exceptional dining experiences. You'll oversee menu planning, stock management, and customer engagement, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations. If you're a culinary expert eager to make a meaningful impact, this opportunity is perfect for you. Join a team that values diversity and encourages personal growth, and take the next step in your culinary career!

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Chef Manager.
• Strong track record of delivering high-quality food.

Responsibilities

• Deliver menus tailored to customer preferences.
• Monitor inventory levels and control costs effectively.

Skills

Menu Planning

Stock Management

Customer Engagement

Health & Safety Compliance

Financial Oversight

Education

Culinary Arts Certification

Job description

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Job Introduction

Chef Manager

Monday to Friday (flexibility to business needs)

Up to £39,000 per annum (depending on experience)

Location: Wisbech

Are you passionate about food and ready for the next step in your career or are you looking for a better work-life balance? We're looking for a Chef Manager who thrives on delivering outstanding food and exceptional dining experiences. This role offers a great work-life balance with a Monday to Friday schedule, allowing you to showcase your culinary skills while leading a small team of catering assistants.

As our Chef Manager, you'll be responsible for overseeing the breakfast, lunch, night shift feeding, vending and hospitality service at our client, Princes Food. From fresh ingredients to innovative dining spaces, at Eurest, our experience-led contract catering solutions focus on making a positive impact on both the workplace and the planet.

Your Key Responsibilities:

• Menu Planning & Execution - Deliver menus tailored to customer preferences, ensuring top-quality food presentation while managing portion control and minimizing waste.
• Stock & Cost Management - Monitor inventory levels, place sensible orders, and control costs effectively.
• Customer Engagement - Build strong relationships with clients and customers, gathering feedback to enhance service.
• Health & Safety Compliance - Maintain a safety-first culture, ensuring all food safety regulations and policies are followed.
• Financial Oversight - Manage budgets, track financial performance, and identify cost-saving opportunities without compromising quality.

What We're Looking For:

• Previous experience as a Chef Manager
• Strong track record of delivering high-quality food within specified menus.
• Experience managing client relationships and ensuring customer satisfaction.
• Passion for food and creating memorable dining experiences.
• Financially savvy, with experience in budgeting and driving commercial performance.

For more information about careers at Eurest and our benefits please visit: Careers at Eurest

If you're a driven and passionate chef eager to make an impact, we'd love to hear from you! Apply today and take the next step in your culinary career.

Compass Group UK&I wants everyone in our business to feel able to be themselves at work and to have an equal opportunity to progress their career. We want to create a culture where we respect and embrace everyone's talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and abilities. Where our colleagues feel valued, can reach their full potential, and thrive - Diversity is Our Strength!