Posted: 8h ago
The role
Chef Manager - Central LondonHours: 37.5 hours per week/ 8am to 4pm / Monday to FridayWe're on the hunt for a sharp, fast-paced Chef Manager to take the lead at a high-profile Central London site. This isn't your average 9–5 kitchen, it's a dynamic, multi-service operation where no two days look the same, and standards never drop.From breakfast rush to polished hospitality, you'll be the driving force behind a busy, high-volume food operation, delivering exceptional food, leading from the front, and building strong client relationships along the way.Key ResponsibilitiesLead from the front in a fast-paced, high-volume kitchen environmentDeliver consistently high-quality food and service standardsBuild and maintain strong, professional client relationshipsOversee all food preparation and ensure smooth, efficient serviceTake full responsibility for kitchen operations, stock, and orderingDrive standards in food safety, hygiene, and compliance (COSHH/Food Hygiene)Manage, coach, and develop your team to ensure high performanceMaintain a well-organised, efficient, and positive kitchen cultureAbout YouExperienced Chef Manager or Head Chef used to high-pressure environmentsA confident leader who thrives in fast-paced, demanding operationsStrong client-facing skills with the ability to build credibility quicklyHighly organised with excellent communication skillsHands-on, resilient, and solutions-focusedPassionate about delivering consistent, high-quality foodAbout 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.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!
