Chef Manager - Winnersh Monday to Friday role! £28,943 per annum Are you a passionate foodie leader ready to take ownership of a thriving workplace kitchen? Do you bring both
culinary creativity
and
operational precision
to the table? If you’re ready to lead from the front, build strong client relationships, and deliver an exceptional food experience every day – this could be your perfect next step. We’re looking for a dynamic
Chef Manager
to head up our team at
Virgin Media O2
– a prestigious B&I site where high-level clients are regular guests. You’ll have the autonomy to plan and deliver menus, inspire your team, and manage all aspects of kitchen operations while working
Monday to Friday – no evenings or weekends. Key Responsibilities:
Full responsibility for menu planning and food production – breakfast, lunch, and hospitality
Create weekly menus using Compass’ "Source" platform and manage all stock ordering and supplier processes
Build and maintain strong relationships with senior-level clients, delivering consistently high service
Lead, coach, and manage the on-site catering team to achieve performance and service goals
Ensure compliance in all areas: HR processes, HSE (Health & Safety), Profit Protection, PCI, Food Safety, GP (target 40%)
Monitor and control stock, wastage, labour costs, and Did We Make You Smile (DWMYS) 10% monthly target
Take ownership of weekly Nexus accounts, stock takes, and compliance reporting
Drive the food and customer service offer forward – raise the bar in line with Compass and client expectations
Ensure everyday HSE standards are not only met but exceeded
Ideal Candidate & Experience:
A hands-on Chef Manager with
strong culinary skills and kitchen leadership experience
Background in
B&I contract catering
with a proven track record of achieving
gross profit targets
Confident in building relationships at all levels, especially with
senior corporate clients
Deep understanding of
HACCP, Food Safety, Health & Safety, Natasha’s Law, Allergens, and Manual Handling
Experience managing
stock, wastage, and ordering systems
Able to motivate, lead, and develop a team while staying calm under pressure
Tech-savvy – confident using systems like
Nexus and Source
for menu planning and compliance
About Us We're people-powered at Eurest Its an understatement to say that were passionate about what we do, which is why were committed to attracting the best and brightest people to join us - could that be you? Find out what makes joining Eurest so exciting Job Reference: com/0209/ / /SU #Eurest 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!