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Chef Manager

United Kingdom, Reigate 45000.00 GBP / Year · Job Posted May 09, 2026
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We’re looking for a hands-on and personable Chef Manager! You’ll lead from the front, overseeing both the kitchen and overall operation, ensuring high standards of food, service, and client satisfaction. This is a great opportunity for a chef who wants to step further into the commercial side of the business while still being actively involved in the day-to-day running of the kitchen.

Job Responsibility

  • Delivering high-quality food and service standards consistently
  • Building and maintaining strong client relationships
  • Managing costs, GP, and ensuring financial targets are met
  • Controlling stock, purchasing, and minimising food waste
  • Driving retail and hospitality performance to increase revenue
  • Leading, motivating, and developing your team
  • Ensuring all health, safety, and food safety standards are met
  • Analysing performance and implementing improvement plans
  • Acting as a brand ambassador and promoting the site

Requirements

  • Experience as a Chef Manager, Head Chef, or a strong Sous Chef ready to step up
  • A hands-on, positive, and team-focused leadership style
  • Strong financial and commercial awareness
  • Ability to manage and develop a team in a supportive environment
  • Excellent communication and client-facing skills
  • Good understanding of health, safety, and food safety compliance
  • Organised and proactive approach to managing operations
  • Ideally experience within contract catering (preferred but not essential)

Nice to have

Experience within contract catering

What we offer

  • Free meals
  • Onsite free car parking
  • 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 cash rewards 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
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