Lead Chef & Catering Operations Manager

Compass Group UK; Nuneaton; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Compass Group UK is seeking a Chef Manager for Eurest in Nuneaton to own the catering operation, lead the kitchen and service, and deliver high-quality food. You will manage a team, control stock and costs, and ensure food safety standards while building strong relationships with customers and site colleagues.

This hands-on leadership role is 5 days over 7, with opportunities to develop within the Eurest operation and make a real impact on the on-site catering experience.

Qualifications

• Experienced in leading a catering operation.
• Hands-on chef with strong organisational skills.
• Able to manage stock, costs and waste while maintaining standards.

Responsibilities

• Leading the day-to-day catering operation, from the kitchen through to service.
• Creating fresh, high-quality food that keeps customers coming back.
• Leading, motivating and developing your team.
• Managing stock, ordering, food costs and waste to keep the operation running efficiently.
• Maintaining excellent standards of food safety, hygiene and health & safety.
• Building strong relationships with customers and the wider site team.
• Taking ownership of the catering operation and making it your own.

Skills

Team leadership

Food preparation

Stock management

Cost control

Food safety

Customer service

Job description

Compass Group UK is seeking a Chef Manager for Eurest in Nuneaton to own the catering operation, lead the kitchen and service, and deliver high-quality food. You will manage a team, control stock and costs, and ensure food safety standards while building strong relationships with customers and site colleagues.

This hands-on leadership role is 5 days over 7, with opportunities to develop within the Eurest operation and make a real impact on the on-site catering experience.