Job Title: Chef ManagerHours: 40 hours per week, 5/7 DaysSalary: £31,285.00About the Role:We are looking for a passionate and experienced Chef Manager to lead our kitchen team in our prestigious private hospital. As Chef Manager, you will be responsible for delivering high-quality, nutritious meals to patients, staff, and visitors, while managing the day-to-day operations of the kitchen. You will collaborate with healthcare professionals to meet specific dietary needs and ensure the food service aligns with the hospital’s commitment to excellent patient care.Key Responsibilities:Lead, manage, and motivate a team of catering staff to deliver excellent food service.Oversee daily kitchen operations, including menu planning, food preparation, and meal service.Ensure compliance with food hygiene and safety standards (HACCP, COSHH) and maintain a clean, safe working environment.Work closely with dietitians to create menus that meet patients\' specific dietary requirements.Manage stock control, budgeting, and cost-effectiveness to ensure a profitable catering service.Maintain high levels of customer service, ensuring all meals are delivered efficiently and meet the needs of patients, staff, and visitors.Implement continuous improvement initiatives in line with the hospital’s standards and patient care goals.Qualifications & Experience:Proven experience in a similar role, preferably within a healthcare or hospitality setting.Strong knowledge of food safety regulations, including HACCP, COSHH, and dietary requirements.Leadership experience with the ability to manage and inspire a diverse team.Excellent communication, organizational, and customer service skills.Budget management experience and an ability to work within financial constraints.A passion for providing nutritious, well-balanced meals that enhance patient recovery and staff well-being.Relevant catering qualificationsIf you are an experienced chef manager who thrives in a fast-paced healthcare environment and has a passion for delivering high-quality service, we want to hear from you!Job Title: Chef ManagerHours: 40 hours per week, 5/7 DaysSalary: £31,285.00About the Role:We are looking for a passionate and experienced Chef Manager to lead our kitchen team in our prestigious private hospital. As Chef Manager, you will be responsible for delivering high-quality, nutritious meals to patients, staff, and visitors, while managing the day-to-day operations of the kitchen. You will collaborate with healthcare professionals to meet specific dietary needs and ensure the food service aligns with the hospital’s commitment to excellent patient care.Key Responsibilities:Lead, manage, and motivate a team of catering staff to deliver excellent food service.Oversee daily kitchen operations, including menu planning, food preparation, and meal service.Ensure compliance with food hygiene and safety standards (HACCP, COSHH) and maintain a clean, safe working environment.Work closely with dietitians to create menus that meet patients\' specific dietary requirements.Manage stock control, budgeting, and cost-effectiveness to ensure a profitable catering service.Maintain high levels of customer service, ensuring all meals are delivered efficiently and meet the needs of patients, staff, and visitors.Implement continuous improvement initiatives in line with the hospital’s standards and patient care goals.Qualifications & Experience:Proven experience in a similar role, preferably within a healthcare or hospitality setting.Strong knowledge of food safety regulations, including HACCP, COSHH, and dietary requirements.Leadership experience with the ability to manage and inspire a diverse team.Excellent communication, organizational, and customer service skills.Budget management experience and an ability to work within financial constraints.A passion for providing nutritious, well-balanced meals that enhance patient recovery and staff well-being.Relevant catering qualificationsIf you are an experienced chef manager who thrives in a fast-paced healthcare environment and has a passion for delivering high-quality service, we want to hear from you!We ensure you\'re rewarded for all your hard work, which is why we offer a comprehensive benefits package which includes but is not limited to:Contributory pension schemeGrow your career with our Career Pathways and MyLearning programmesQuick access for you and your immediate family to a Digital GP, and wider healthcare benefitsExclusive travel discounts with TUI, Expedia, Booking.com and many moreSave money on your food shop with discounts on Tesco, Sainsbury\'s, Morrisons and many moreUp to 44% off cinema tickets to enjoy your favourite blockbusterReceive cash rewards every time you spend and use them on a wide range of brandsUn-wind with us with free wellness, mindfulness and exercise classesYou can share all discounts and offers with your friends and familiesAbout UsAs part of Compass you\'ll help to feed people, fuel progress and forge connections in around 6,000 venues. Join us to grow your career with the industry leader, and get competitive pay, great perks and unrivalled opportunities for learning and development, at one of the UK\'s biggest businesses.Job Reference: com/1809/87725001/52427520/SUCompass 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 thriveÑbecause diversity is our strength!
