Chef Manager - Shaw
11 days ago
Newbury
Chef Manager Location: Shaw, Oldham Salary: Up to £35,700 per annum (DOE) Working Pattern: Predominantly Monday to Friday but will be required in evenings and weekends to review service and employee engagement. For more information about careers at 14forty and our benefits please visit: Careers at 14forty 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. 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., • Managing 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., • 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. #14forty Compass Group UK&I is committed to fostering an environment where every individual can truly be themselves at work and has equal opportunities to advance in their careers. We strive to build a culture that respects and celebrates the unique talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and abilities of all our team members. We want our colleagues to feel valued, empowered to reach their full potential, and to thrive - because diversity is our strength!