<div><p>Posted Wednesday 3 June 2026 at 00:00 | Expires Wednesday 1 July 2026 at 23:59</p><h3>Caterplus – More Than a Meal, It’s a Community</h3><p>Step away from the same kitchen every day. As a <b>Relief Chef Manager</b> with <b>Caterplus</b>, you’ll become our trusted regional expert – stepping into different sites across the region to support, steady the ship and keep our communities well-fed and cared for.</p><p>If you’re a confident, adaptable chef who enjoys variety, autonomy and a role that genuinely makes you feel needed, this is the one.</p><p><b>This role covers Berkshire, East Hampshire and Surrey.</b></p><p><b>You must be flexible, hold a full valid UK driving licence and have your own reliable transportation. Benefits include car allowance and mileage.</b></p><p><b>What you’ll be doing…</b></p><ul><li>Cover planned and unplanned absence across multiple Caterplus locations</li><li>Support teams during busy periods or transition</li><li>Bring consistency, standards and leadership wherever you go</li><li>Keep kitchens running safely, efficiently and to Caterplus standards</li><li>Act as the regional specialist for Textured Modified Foods (TMF), delivering training and best practice</li><li>Build strong relationships with managers and operations teams across the region</li><li>Role model high standards in H&S, food safety and compliance</li></ul><p>No two weeks will look the same – you’ll work with different teams, strengthen different kitchens and make a visible impact everywhere you go.</p><p><b>What can you bring?</b></p><ul><li>Senior chef experience</li><li>Calm, organised and confident under pressure</li><li>A genuine passion for customer service</li><li>Strong kitchen management and people leadership</li><li>A positive, solutions-focused approachTMF experience helpful, though training provided</li><li>5 out of 7 days</li><li>Covering sites across Berkshire, East Hampshire and Surrey, within our over-55 catering communities</li></ul><p><b>Being a Relief Chef Manager at Caterplus gives you:</b></p><ul><li>Variety instead of routine</li><li>More responsibility and autonomy</li><li>Wider visibility with senior leaders (accelerates progression)</li><li>A role where you’re the person people rely on when it counts</li></ul><h3><b>Brilliant Work Deserves Brilliant Perks!</b></h3><p>At Elior, we believe that when you love where you work, it shows. That’s why we make sure our team feels <b>appreciated, supported, and set up for success! </b>Here’s what’s waiting for you:</p><ul><li><b>Free, tasty meals</b>– Enjoy tasty, nutritious food on us while you work!</li><li><b>Flexible working</b>– including part time roles, because life doesn’t run on a 9-5 schedule.</li><li><b>Plenty of Time to Unwind</b>– 28 days of holiday, and after two years, enjoy even more with 31 days.</li><li><b>Leave for life’s important moments</b>– whether family, personal or unexpected.</li><li><b>Give back time</b>– paid volunteering days for the causes you care about.</li><li><b>Room to grow</b>– career development and learning opportunities for all stages of your career.</li><li><b>Financial security</b>– pension schemes and life assurance.</li><li><b>Exclusive discounts</b>– save on entertainment, leisure, and even travel!</li><li><b>Drive in Style</b>–Enjoy a car allowance</li></ul></div>