Chef Manager

OCS UK & Ireland is a leading facilities management company with a turnover of £1.7bn and 50,000+ colleagues. We deliver innovative, award-winning services to the public and private sectors and our mission is to make people and places the best they can be.

This role sits within our Private Sector FM business division that provides catering, cleaning, hard services, pest control, and security services to a wide range of prestigious clients, within the Business & Industry market. Working at OCS is more than just a job; it’s an amazing opportunity to begin or expand your career in Facilities Management. OCS has an ambition to become an 'Employer of choice' in our sector and is proud to invest in our colleague's personal and professional development. OCS provides our colleagues with opportunities to gain qualifications through funded development programmes aligned to the knowledge, skills, and behaviours attached to their roles.

Days of Working: Monday to Friday

As a Chef Manager, you will ensure the smooth running of kitchen services and maintain high hygiene standards. You will manage the kitchen team, monitor food quality, and ensure all meals are fresh, appetising, and meet customer requirements. You will also manage budgets, comply with Health and Safety regulations, and develop staff to maintain high standards.

Your key responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Ensure the smooth running of kitchen services and maintain hygiene standards.
• Manage and monitor the operation of the Contract by Contract Specification and Company Policy.
• Ensure that all food offered is fresh, appetising, nutritionally balanced, and in line with customer requirements and company specifications.
• Effectively manage within budgetary constraints and conform to client/company specifications.
• Ensure that Health and Safety regulations and food safety standards are complied with.
• Manage and develop staff to achieve the highest standard of work promoting a positive team spirit.
• Apply quality control procedures to ensure the maintenance of high standards of service and compliance with the specifications.

The ideal candidate should meet the following criteria:

• Must have right to work in the UK.
• Management experience in a similar role.
• Level 3 Certificate in Food Safety and Hygiene.
• Experience as a Chef with a passion for food.
• Demonstrable experience working with and managing budgets.
• Excellent client relationship and customer care skills.
• Strong IT and administration skills.

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We are an equal opportunities employer and rely on a diverse workforce with a broad range of knowledge, skills, and backgrounds to deliver our goals. We offer an inclusive and welcoming environment and actively encourage applications from all individuals regardless of race, gender, nationality, religion, sexual orientation, disability, or age.