Night Chef Manager - Minworth

Compass Group UK & Ireland; Minworth; On-site; GBP 33,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading catering company in Minworth is seeking a Night Chef Manager to lead a high-volume catering site. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in a similar role, strong leadership skills, and a passion for quality food and service. Responsibilities include menu planning, financial oversight, and maintaining health and safety compliance. This position offers competitive pay and opportunities for career advancement.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Chef Manager in a high-volume environment.
• Strong leadership and organisational skills.
• Experience with P&L and financial oversight.
• A hands-on approach to food service.
• Excellent communication and team-building skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver menus tailored to customer preferences.
• Monitor inventory levels and control costs.
• Build strong relationships with clients.
• Ensure compliance with food safety regulations.
• Manage budgets and track financial performance.

Skills

Leadership skills

Menu planning

Financial understanding

Customer engagement

Communication skills

Job description

Night Chef Manager – Minworth

Up to £32,500 per annum (DOE) 5 out of 7 Nights

Are you a passionate and experienced Chef Manager with strong leadership skills? We’re looking for a Night Chef Manager to take the lead in a high-volume, 24/7 catering site in Minworth. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, enjoy developing teams, and take pride in delivering quality food and service, we’d love to hear from you.

What you’ll be doing:

• Menu Planning & Execution – Deliver menus tailored to customer preferences, ensuring top-quality food presentation while managing portion control and minimizing waste.
• Stock & Cost Management – Monitor inventory levels, place sensible orders, and control costs effectively.
• Customer Engagement – Build strong relationships with clients and customers, gathering feedback to enhance service.
• Health & Safety Compliance – Maintain a safety-first culture, ensuring all food safety regulations and policies are followed.
• Financial Oversight – Manage budgets, track financial performance, and identify cost-saving opportunities without compromising quality.

What we’re looking for:

• Proven experience as a Chef Manager in a high-volume environment
• Strong leadership and organisational skills
• Financial understanding and P&L experience
• A hands-on approach with a passion for fresh food and great service
• Excellent communication and team-building abilities
• A proactive mindset and the ability to stay calm under pressure

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Compass Group UK&I is committed to fostering an environment where every individual can truly be themselves at work and has equal opportunities to advance in their careers. We strive to build a culture that respects and celebrates the unique talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and abilities of all our team members. We want our colleagues to feel valued, empowered to reach their full potential, and to thrive, because diversity is our strength!