Chef Manager - Oxfordshire

Compass Group UK & Ireland; England; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the food service industry is seeking an experienced Chef Manager in Oxfordshire. The role involves managing a catering team, ensuring high-quality food preparation, and maintaining hygiene standards. With a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits, this position offers a great opportunity for career growth and development.

Benefits

Contributory pension scheme

Career development programs

Access to Digital GP and healthcare benefits

Travel discounts

Food shopping discounts

Cinema ticket discounts

Reward points for spending

Free wellness classes

Shared discounts with friends and family

Qualifications

• Previous Chef Manager experience with strong culinary skills.
• Excellent communication skills for engaging with stakeholders.
• Understanding of Health, Safety, and Environmental principles.

Responsibilities

• Leading the onsite catering team.
• Preparing high-quality, delicious food.
• Maintaining high standards of cleanliness.

Skills

Culinary skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Self-motivation

Flexibility

Job description

Chef Manager - Oxfordshire

Salary: Up to £35,457 per annum

Hours: Monday - Friday, 7am - 3.30pm

We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Chef Manager to join our team in Oxfordshire.

Personality behind every plate

We are looking for a talented, enthusiastic, and experienced Chef Manager responsible for managing the delivery and expectations across their site. You should be ambitious, commercially aware, and possess the presence and personality to influence daily operations, maximizing team performance. Leading by example and setting high standards are essential.

For the right candidate, we offer a supportive management system, a trained and enthusiastic team, and opportunities for training and development within a company that embraces new ideas. We also provide excellent training to help you progress your career with Compass.

Key Responsibilities

1. Leading the onsite catering team
2. Preparing high-quality, delicious food that delights clients and customers
3. Maintaining high standards of cleanliness in the kitchen and front of house
4. Ensuring proper use of all kitchen machinery and equipment
5. Adhering to Food Handling & Hygiene standards
6. Complying with Health & Safety regulations
7. Completing weekly reports and documentation
8. Managing stock taking and ordering

About You

• Previous Chef Manager experience with strong culinary skills
• Excellent communication skills for engaging with stakeholders
• Flexible approach to working hours and environment
• Self-motivated and adaptable to change
• Understanding of Health, Safety, and Environmental principles
• Pride in your work and flexibility to support all onsite services
• Passion for quality and service delivery
• Exceptional organizational skills and self-management
• Self-reliant with drive and determination to succeed
• Computer literate

About Us

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Contributory pension scheme
• Career development programs like Career Pathways and MyLearning
• Access to Digital GP and healthcare benefits
• Travel discounts with TUI, Expedia, Booking.com, and more
• Food shopping discounts at Tesco, Sainsbury's, Morrisons, etc.
• Up to 44% off cinema tickets
• Reward points for spending, redeemable across various brands
• Free wellness, mindfulness, and exercise classes
• Shared discounts with friends and family

Join Our Team

If you have what it takes to join some of the best in the food service industry, we want to hear from you. Explore our vacancies today.

As part of Compass, you'll help feed people, fuel progress, and forge connections across around 6,000 venues. Grow your career with industry leader, enjoy competitive pay, great perks, and unmatched learning opportunities at one of the UK's largest businesses.

We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive, respect, and reach their full potential. Diversity is Our Strength!