Relief Chef Manager

Medirest; City Of London; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Senior Living business in South East London is seeking a passionate Mobile Relief Chef Manager to oversee culinary operations and ensure high-quality meal delivery for residents. This full-time position includes team leadership, meal planning, and adherence to food safety standards. Ideal candidates will have strong culinary experience and a commitment to delivering exceptional dining experiences. The role offers competitive salary and numerous benefits including free meals and career development opportunities.

Benefits

Free meals

Onsite free car parking

Contributory pension scheme

Career Pathways and MyLearning programmes

Digital GP and healthcare benefits

Exclusive travel discounts

Discounts on grocery shopping

Cinema ticket discounts

Cash rewards

Free wellness and exercise classes

Share discounts with friends and family

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Chef, Chef Manager or Head Chef, ideally within care, hospitality, or senior living.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Knowledge of food safety standards and regulations.
• Passion for delivering excellent culinary experiences.
• Flexible and adaptable.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, and oversee the production of all meals to the highest standards.
• Lead, motivate, and manage the kitchen team to ensure smooth operations.
• Ensure compliance with food safety, hygiene, and health & safety regulations.
• Manage stock, orders, and budgets efficiently.
• Innovate menus that meet residents’ dietary needs and preferences.
• Maintain high standards of presentation and portion control.

Skills

Culinary experience

Leadership skills

Food safety knowledge

Flexibility

Job description

Mobile Relief Chef Manager

Location: South-East London

Salary: up to £40,000 per annum DOE

We are a leading Senior Living business dedicated to providing exceptional care and high-quality dining experiences for our residents. We pride ourselves on creating a warm, welcoming, and supportive environment where both our residents and team members thrive.

The Role

We are seeking a talented and passionate Mobile Relief Chef Manager to join our kitchen team in South East London. The position is full time, working 5 out of 7 days, focused on delivering outstanding, nutritious, and appealing meals for our residents. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who loves food, has strong leadership skills, and enjoys working in a caring, people‑focused environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, and oversee the production of all meals to the highest standards.
• Lead, motivate, and manage the kitchen team to ensure smooth operations.
• Ensure compliance with food safety, hygiene, and health & safety regulations.
• Manage stock, orders, and budgets efficiently.
• Innovate menus that meet residents’ dietary needs and preferences.
• Maintain high standards of presentation and portion control.

The Person

• Proven experience as a Chef, Chef Manager or Head Chef, ideally within care, hospitality, or senior living.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Knowledge of food safety standards and regulations.
• Passion for delivering excellent culinary experiences.
• Flexible and adaptable.

Benefits

• Free meals
• Onsite free car parking
• Contributory pension scheme
• Career Pathways and MyLearning programmes
• Digital GP and other healthcare benefits for you and your family
• Exclusive travel discounts with TUI, Expedia, Booking.com and more
• Discounts on grocery shopping (Tesco, Sainsbury’s, Morrisons, etc.)
• Up to 44% off cinema tickets
• Cash rewards for spending across a range of brands
• Free wellness, mindfulness and exercise classes
• Share discounts and offers with friends and family

About Us

Part of Compass Group UK & Ireland, Medirest is the specialist healthcare operating company providing catering and support services across 130 NHS Trusts and private hospitals. We foster an environment where every individual can be themselves and enjoy equal opportunity to advance in their careers. Diversity is our strength!