Chef Manager - Luton

We're looking for a Chef Manager who can do more than cook. This is a role for a hands-on leader who's as confident at the stove as they are in a client meeting, someone who understands how to run a business, manage a team, and deliver food that delights. This is an exciting opportunity to join a newly launched contract, helping to shape and develop the catering offer from the very beginning. You'll play a key role in creating a fantastic food experience for customers while building strong relationships with stakeholders and leading a high-performing team. Reporting directly to the General Manager, you'll have the opportunity to make a real impact on the success of the contract while benefiting from ongoing support, development, and clear opportunities for career progression as the contract and wider business continue to grow. As the heartbeat of the site, you'll oversee every aspect of the catering operation, from menu planning and team leadership to client relationships, budgets, compliance, and service delivery. You'll cook with passion, lead with purpose, and run the outlet like it's your own. What You'll Be Doing:

• Oversee the full catering operation from food to finance to front of house.
• Lead, develop and motivate your team to deliver excellent service every day.
• Manage food costs, margins, waste and labour with commercial precision.
• Build strong relationships with our clients and guests, understanding their needs, exceeding expectations and delivering service with an impact.
• Ensure compliance with food safety, health & safety and company standards at all times.
• Drive consistency and quality across the kitchen and wider catering operation.
• Work closely with the General Manager to help shape the future direction and success of the catering offer.
• This isn't just another Chef Manager role. It's an opportunity to be part of an exciting new contract where you can make your mark, influence the guest experience, and grow your career alongside a developing contract.
• Proven experience as a Chef Manager with strong operational experience.
• A passion for fresh food, seasonal ingredients and high-quality service delivery.
• Great communication and leadership skills; you inspire others with your energy.
• A strong sense of ownership and ability to manage client relationships.
• Strong financial acumen. You understand P&L, cost control and business KPIs.
• Excellent communication and people management skills. You build trust, lead by example and bring out the best in your team.
• The ambition and drive to grow with a developing contract and embrace new opportunities as they arise.

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