Relief Chef Manager

Compass Group UK; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

A food service company in the UK is seeking a Relief Chef Manager to oversee operations at various sites. This role involves preparing fresh and seasonal meals, leading kitchen teams, and ensuring high operational standards. A valid UK driving license and strong leadership skills are essential. Ideal for someone who enjoys variety and travel in their work.

Benefits

Car allowance

Travel opportunities

Training and development

Qualifications

• Experienced Chef Manager with a track record of leading successful kitchen operations.
• Full UK driving license – travel is essential.
• Strong understanding of Health & Safety and Food Hygiene regulation.

Responsibilities

• Lead multiple locations, covering for chef managers on leave.
• Prepare fresh, seasonal meal with creativity.
• Ensure smooth operations across kitchen and front of house.
• Manage stock, order supplies, and maintain hygiene standards.
• Support and mentor on-site teams.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Adaptability

Organisational Skills

Job description

Relief Chef Manager

National role

Up to £33,000 per annum + Car allowance

Driving license essential

We’re looking for a talented Relief Chef Manager to support operations across 15 UK sites, delivering outstanding food and leadership wherever you go. This is the perfect opportunity for someone who thrives in variety, enjoys travel, and loves leading by example.

Working closely with our Regional Manager, you’ll step into key sites when needed – keeping standards high, customers satisfied, and teams motivated.

About the role

• Taking the lead at multiple locations, covering for chef managers on leave or supporting during peak periods

• Preparing fresh, seasonal, locally sourced meals with flair and creativity

• Ensuring smooth day-to-day operations across kitchen and front of house

• Managing stock, ordering supplies, and maintaining high hygiene and safety standards

• Supporting and mentoring on-site teams, bringing energy, organisation, and leadership wherever you go

Who we are looking for

• Experienced Chef Manager with a track record of leading successful kitchen operations

• Confident communicator with strong people skills

• Adaptable, self-motivated, and highly organised

• Full UK driving license – travel is essential

• Flexible approach to hours and travel – no two days are the same!

• Strong understanding of Health & Safety and Food Hygiene regulation

About Us

Personality behind every plate

Dine provides tailored food services to 140 clients in the business and industry sector. With over two decades of industry experience, we pride ourselves on offering a personalised approach to our clients, whilst delivering outstanding service. Our passion lies in creating great-tasting menus, promoting sustainability, and proudly working with local suppliers and communities. That\'s why our menus feature only locally sourced, seasonal, and sustainable ingredients with a target of reaching Climate Zero by 2030.

Our secret ingredient - our people!

If you\'ve got what it takes to join some of the food service industry\'s best and brightest, we want to hear from you. Chefs, customer assistants, support and office roles: explore our live vacancies today.

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