Epsom/Banstead Chef Manager

Blue Arrow; Epsom; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Work life balance - term-time only, no

Job summary

Blue Arrow has exciting new Temporary Chef Manager Roles in and around Croydon, Banstead, Epsom, Crawley & Redhill. Guaranteed hours between 35 - 40 per week until at least Mid October, starting Sep 2026, with potential permanent role at the end of the temp placement.

Working days are Monday to Friday. You will lead the kitchen, train staff, and create theme days while maintaining high standards and delivering excellent service to clients and customers.

Qualifications

• Excellent craft skills and ability to manage your own kitchen.
• Proven experience in managing, training and leading a team.
• Creativity in developing theme days.
• Proven track record of continually improving standards.
• Ability to remain calm and efficient in a fast-paced environment.
• Passion for food and delivering excellent service.
• Financial and budget awareness with experience in controlling costs.
• Solid understanding of food safety, health & safety, and allergen management.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a busy kitchen operation.
• Train and supervise kitchen team; ensure high standards.
• Develop and implement theme days to enhance service.
• Monitor and control food costs and budgeting.
• Maintain HACCP and food safety compliance.

Skills

Kitchen management

Team leadership

Food safety

Budget awareness

Allergen management

HACCP knowledge

Communication

Theme days

Calm under pressure

Customer service

Job description

Blue Arrow has exciting new Temporary Chef Manager Roles

Guaranteed hours between 35 - 40 Hours per week until at least Mid October working in and around Croydon, Banstead, Epsom, Crawley & Redhill

START Sep 2026 for new term - Potential Permanent Role at end of temp placement

Working days: Monday to Friday

Excellent Hours and Pay

Looking for a Chef Manager with the following skills:

As our ideal Chef Manager you will:-

• Have excellent craft skills and the ability to manage your own kitchen
• Have proven experience of managing, training and leading a team
• Have creativity in developing theme days
• Have a proven track record of continually improving standards
• Have the ability to remain calm and efficient in a fast-paced environment
• Be passionate about food and delivering excellent service to clients and customers
• Have financial and budget awareness, and proven experience in controlling food costs.
• Solid understanding of food safety, health & safety, and allergen management

Awareness of Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP) and Food Hygiene Level Three Certification (or happy to complete)

Good communication with all members of the team

If you're looking to make the most of your skills as a Chef, then you'll love leading our hard-working team.

Benefits of working with us as a Chef Manager

• Work life balance - working term-time only and no weekends

Many Thanks

Blue Arrow is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to helping find great work opportunities for great people.