Chef jobs in United Kingdom
Chef Manager - East Kilbride
Job summary
A leading catering company in Scotland is seeking an experienced Chef Manager to lead the kitchen team and ensure exceptional food service. Responsibilities include overseeing kitchen operations, managing budgets, and maintaining food safety standards. Ideal candidates will have strong cooking and leadership skills, along with experience in a similar role. Join us to inspire your team and serve outstanding food with pride.
Qualifications
- Previous experience in a Chef Manager or Senior Chef role.
- Strong cooking skills and a passion for quality food.
- Experience managing a kitchen team.
- Good understanding of kitchen financials and controls.
Responsibilities
- Oversee the day-to-day running of the kitchen.
- Lead and support a small kitchen team.
- Plan and deliver high-quality menus using fresh ingredients.
- Manage food safety, hygiene, and health & safety compliance.
- Handle stock control, ordering, and supplier relationships.
- Manage budgets, costs, and wastage efficiently.
- Maintain excellent client and customer relationships.
Skills
37.5 hours per week, Monday - Friday role!
£32,000 per annum
Are you a natural leader with a passion for food and a head for kitchen management? We’re looking for an experienced and motivated Chef Manager to lead our kitchen team and deliver exceptional food and service every day.
As Chef Manager, you’ll be the driving force behind both the kitchen operations and the food offering. You’ll be hands‑on in the kitchen, leading by example while also managing all aspects of food production, kitchen standards, team development, and client satisfaction.
- Oversee the day-to-day running of the kitchen
- Lead and support a small kitchen team
- Plan and deliver high-quality menus using fresh ingredients
- Manage food safety, hygiene, and health & safety compliance
- Handle stock control, ordering, and supplier relationships
- Manage budgets, costs, and wastage efficiently
- Maintain excellent client and customer relationships
- Previous experience in a Chef Manager or Senior Chef role
- Strong cooking skills and a passion for quality food
- Experience managing a kitchen team
- Good understanding of kitchen financials and controls
- Excellent communication and leadership skills
If you’re a passionate chef who’s ready to lead from the front, inspire your team, and serve up outstanding food with pride we would love to hear from you.
Apply now and take the next step in your culinary career!
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