Regional Support Chef Manager

Compass Group UK & Ireland; Dartford; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading catering services provider in Dartford is seeking a Support Chef Manager to join their regional team. The role involves providing hands-on support to school-based catering teams, ensuring smooth operations, and preparing high-quality food. The ideal candidate is passionate about food and has a strong culinary background. This position offers opportunities for career growth within a dynamic environment focused on quality and innovation.

Benefits

Contributory pension scheme

Career development programs

Healthcare benefits

Travel discounts

Food shop discounts

Wellness and mindfulness classes

Qualifications

• Experience in kitchen operations and food service.
• Ability to manage teams positively and effectively.
• Financial awareness in managing costs and resources.

Responsibilities

• Provide hands-on support to catering teams.
• Ensure smooth kitchen operations and service delivery.
• Prepare fresh, high-quality food from scratch.
• Uphold food safety and hygiene standards.
• Support menu planning and stock control.
• Assist with projects like re-launches and mobilisations.

Skills

Passionate about food

Effective communication

Team leadership

Cost management

Culinary skills

Education

Relevant culinary qualifications

Job description

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Job Introduction

We ensure you're rewarded for all your hard work, which is why we offer a comprehensive benefits package which includes but is not limited to:

• Contributory pension scheme
• Grow your career with our Career Pathways and MyLearning programmes
• Quick access for you and your immediate family to a Digital GP, and wider healthcare benefits
• Exclusive travel discounts with TUI, Expedia, Booking.com and many more
• Save money on your food shop with discounts on Tesco, Sainsbury's, Morrisons and many more
• Up to 44% off cinema tickets to enjoy your favourite blockbuster
• Receive cash rewards every time you spend and use them on a wide range of brands
• Un-wind with us with free wellness, mindfulness and exercise classes
• You can share all discounts and offers with your friends and families

We are currently recruiting for a Support Chef Manager to join our dynamic regional team in South Region, supporting our independent school portfolio.

This is an exciting opportunity to work with a passionate and professional team, delivering exceptional food experiences for pupils and staff in some of the UK's most respected independent schools. At Chartwells Independent, you'll be joining a forward-thinking organisation committed to innovation, quality, and making food a real highlight of the school day.

With a growing portfolio of schools across the UK, this role provides the opportunity to further your career in a high-quality environment with support, development, and a strong people-first culture.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Providing hands-on support to school-based catering teams, stepping into leadership roles when required
• Ensuring smooth kitchen operations and consistent service delivery across a number of schools
• Preparing fresh, high-quality food from scratch in line with our culinary standards and nutritional ethos
• Upholding the highest standards of food safety, health and safety, and kitchen hygiene
• Supporting menu planning, stock control, food ordering, and production levels in line with budgetary and operational requirements
• Supporting projects including re-launches, sales and mobilisations.

The ideal candidate will be:

• Genuinely passionate about food, service, and positively impacting young people's daily experience
• An effective communicator and team player, able to inspire and lead teams in a positive and supportive way
• Financially aware, with the ability to manage costs and resources efficiently.
• A skilled chef with a strong culinary background and relevant experience or qualifications

Join us at Chartwells Independent, part of the Compass Group family.

About Us

As part of Compass you'll help to feed people, fuel progress and forge connections in around 6,000 venues. Join us to grow your career with the industry leader, and get competitive pay, great perks and unrivalled opportunities for learning and development, at one of the UK's biggest businesses.

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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!