Relief Chef Manager - Daventry

Compass Group UK & Ireland; Daventry; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in workplace catering seeks a Relief Chef Manager in Daventry. This role involves managing high delivery standards in catering, leading a team, and ensuring customer satisfaction. Candidates should possess prior experience as a chef manager, strong communication skills, and a dedication to quality service.

Benefits

Contributory pension scheme

Career Pathways and MyLearning programmes

Quick access to Digital GP for family

Travel discounts with major providers

Grocery shopping discounts

Cinema ticket discounts

Wellness and exercise classes

Qualifications

• Excel in managing kitchen operations and leading a team.
• Understanding of Health, Safety, and Food Hygiene standards.
• Self-motivated and adaptable to changing environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead the onsite catering team while ensuring high food quality.
• Maintain cleanliness and comply with health regulations.
• Manage stock taking and ordering.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Organizational Skills

Quality Service Delivery

Flexibility

Education

Previous chef manager background

Job description

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Job Introduction

Relief Chef Manager - Daventry

Up to £32,000 per annum + Expenses and free meal on shift

Monday - Friday role!

Field based role

We have an exciting new opportunity for an experienced Chef Manager to join our relief team working in Daventry.

We are looking for a talented, enthusiastic and experienced Relief Chef Manager to be responsible for all aspects of managing the high level of delivery and expectations across every site they work at. Ambitious and commercially aware, with the presence and personality to influence the day-to-day business, you'll maximise the performance of your team. Leading by example and setting high standards.

For the right Chef Manager, we are offering a supportive management system, a trained and enthusiastic team and the opportunity to work for a company that embraces new ideas and a training and development culture. Along with fantastic training and development to help you progress your career with Compass.

Key Responsibilities

• Leading the onsite catering team at sites you are covering
• Preparing delicious, high-quality food that delights our clients and customers
• Maintaining a high standard of cleanliness of the modern kitchen and front of house environment
• Ensuring the correct use of all kitchen machinery and equipment
• Complying with Food Handling & Hygiene standards
• Complying with Health & Safety regulations
• Completing weekly bookwork and reports
• Stock taking and ordering

About You

• Previous chef manager background required
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to engage and build rapport with a wide range of key stakeholders.
• Flexible in approach to their working hours and environment
• Required to travel as part of the role
• Driving license and access to a vehicle essential
• Self-motivated and ability to adapt to a changing environment
• Understanding of Health, Safety and the Environment principles
• To take pride in your work and be flexible to support all services on site.
• Motivated by a passion for quality and, service delivery
• Possess exceptional organisational skills, with the ability to self-manage and work as efficiently as possible.
• Self-reliant with the drive and determination to succeed and achieve high personal standards.
• Computer literate

About Us

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 Wow Points 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 connect workplaces to mindful, flavourful &planet-positive catering

At Eurest, we are the experts in workplace catering, operating in over 700workspaces every day. We know that fuelling employees throughout the day can help to sharpen their thinking, nourish their bodies and minds and ultimately, motivate them to perform at their best. Our workplace food experiences are driven by our promise to live more sustainably and responsibly, working towards our goal of net zero by 2030.

Were people-powered at Eurest

Its an understatement to say that were passionate about what we do, which is why we?re committed to attracting the best and brightest people to join us - could that be you? Find out what makes joining Eurest so exciting

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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!