Kitchen Operations Manager

4 days ago


Bedford, Bedford, United Kingdom Compass Group UK & Ireland Full time
Compass Group UK & Ireland Job Opportunity

Chef Manager - Bedford

We offer a competitive salary of up to £32,000 per annum (DOE)

This is a Monday to Friday role based in Bedford.

We are seeking an experienced Chef Manager to lead our onsite catering team and provide exceptional service to staff and customers.

As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for guiding and motivating your team to deliver high-quality food and excellent customer service. You will need to be commercially aware, with the presence and personality to influence day-to-day business operations.

You will work closely with clients to understand their needs and ensure that we meet contractual requirements while providing great service.

The successful candidate will have:

  • Leadership skills to motivate and inspire a team of 4 people
  • Culinary expertise to prepare delicious and high-quality food for up to 500 customers
  • Excellent communication skills to engage with clients and colleagues
  • Experience in managing client relationships and stock control
  • Quality-driven approach with a focus on delivering results
  • IT literacy in Microsoft Office and emails

If you have a passion for culinary excellence and leadership, please submit your application.



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