Culinary Operations Leader (Chef Manager)

14forty; Norwich; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Compass Group UK&I in Norwich is seeking a Chef Manager to lead the catering operation with hands-on leadership. You’ll oversee menu planning, team development, client relationships, budgets, compliance, and service delivery, cooking with passion and running the outlet like your own.

You will drive food quality, cost control, and staff performance across seven-day operation, combining culinary excellence with commercial acumen.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Chef Manager with strong operational experience.
• Experience in managing food costs, margins and budgets.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the full catering operation from food to finance to front of house.
• Lead, develop and motivate your team to deliver excellent service every day.
• Managing food costs, margins, waste and labour with commercial precision.
• Build strong relationships with our clients and guests. Understanding their needs, exceeding expectations and delivering service with an impact.
• Ensure compliance with food safety, health & safety and company standards at all times.
• Drive consistency and quality across the kitchen and wider catering operation.

Job description

Compass Group UK&I in Norwich is seeking a Chef Manager to lead the catering operation with hands-on leadership. You’ll oversee menu planning, team development, client relationships, budgets, compliance, and service delivery, cooking with passion and running the outlet like your own.

You will drive food quality, cost control, and staff performance across seven-day operation, combining culinary excellence with commercial acumen.