Culinary Lead & Kitchen Operations Manager

Compass Group; Greater London; On-site; GBP 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading catering company is seeking a Chef Manager for their location at Nutford House, University of London. Responsibilities include overseeing daily kitchen operations, managing a team of 10 staff, and planning menus to ensure high food quality and cost efficiency. This role offers a competitive salary of £38,000 per annum and various employee benefits including personal development opportunities and a pension scheme. Ideal for a passionate professional looking to make an impact in workplace catering.

Benefits

Personal Development and Training opportunities

Life assurance scheme

Pension scheme

Holiday allowance

Private medical eligibility

Eye care

Wellbeing strategy including Employee Assistance Programme

Family friendly support

Social events

Holiday purchase scheme

Volunteering days

Professional subscriptions

Recognition schemes

Long service awards

High street discount vouchers

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar management role within a kitchen environment.
• Ability to lead and develop a team.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily kitchen operations ensuring high food quality.
• Lead and manage a team of kitchen and front-of-house staff.
• Develop and plan menus according to seasonal availability.
• Manage staff rotas and ensure compliance with labor regulations.
• Conduct regular stock takes and maintain stock levels.

Skills

Leadership

Staff management

Menu planning

Food quality control

Cost control

Job description

A leading catering company is seeking a Chef Manager for their location at Nutford House, University of London. Responsibilities include overseeing daily kitchen operations, managing a team of 10 staff, and planning menus to ensure high food quality and cost efficiency. This role offers a competitive salary of £38,000 per annum and various employee benefits including personal development opportunities and a pension scheme. Ideal for a passionate professional looking to make an impact in workplace catering.