Chef Manager

Chef Manager

Base Pay Range: £38,000 – £40,000 per annum / 40 hours per week (Monday – Friday, 7am to 3.30pm)

Employment Type: Fixed Term Contract till March 2026 with a potential to extend

Our food is crafted onsite by passionate people using the best ingredients and we know that a balanced, plant‑focused, natural, fresh and sustainable menu will increase the productivity of our customers and keep them motivated and happy whilst at work.

We provide amazing food, create inviting spaces, and develop engaging environments that inspire, motivate and unite our customers.

We are looking for a talented, enthusiastic and experienced Chef Manager to join our dedicated catering team, who produce outstanding food using the finest and freshest ingredients in this highly innovative corporate environment.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organise and direct the preparation and cooking of food ensuring that the company’s reputation for quality is enhanced with customers and clients at all times.
• Adopt a hands‑on approach taking responsibility for food production covering all employee dining along with an extensive range of pop‑ups.
• Possess an exceptional drive for quality and innovation.
• Responsible for all aspects of food safety, Health & Safety and COSHH.
• Implement and maintain food monitoring procedures to facilitate budgetary control and monitor all costs involved in the kitchen against agreed budgets.

Ideal Chef Manager

• Proven experience in a role as Chef Manager with a track record of catering for large numbers while making each customer feel their meal has been individually prepared.
• Strong people skills and the ability to lead, develop, train and inspire a small team.
• Real passion for food and customer service with enthusiasm and recognising that customer engagement is key.
• Food innovation and development skills, staying up to date with current food trends.
• Excellent communication skills at all levels.
• Superb culinary skills.
• Good financial understanding.
• High standards and quality‑driven mentality.
• Excellent organisational skills.

Benefits

• Private Healthcare for single, married or family.
• Non‑contractual bonus scheme.
• Contributory pension scheme.
• Career pathways and MyLearning programmes.
• Digital GP and wider healthcare benefits for you and your immediate family.
• Exclusive travel discounts with TUI, Expedia, Booking.com and many more.
• Discounts on groceries at Tesco, Sainsbury’s, Morrisons and more.
• Up to 44% off cinema tickets.
• Wow Points on spendable across many brands.
• Free wellness, mindfulness and exercise classes.
• Share discounts and offers with friends and family.

Compass Group UK&I wants everyone in our business to feel able to be themselves at work and to have an equal opportunity to progress their career. We want to create a culture where we respect and embrace everyone\’s talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and abilities. Where our colleagues feel valued, can reach their full potential, and thrive – Diversity is Our Strength!