Ringwood Rd, Ferndown, England, BH22 9FE
£32172.13 per annum
Caterplus – More Than a Meal, It’s a Community
Step away from the same kitchen every day. As a Relief Chef Manager with Caterplus, 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.
If you’re a confident, adaptable chef who enjoys variety, autonomy and a role that genuinely makes you feel needed, this is the one.
Location: Ferndown, Dorset area. You must be flexible, hold a full valid UK driving licence and have your own reliable transportation.
Benefits include car allowance and mileage.
What you’ll be doing
* Cover planned and unplanned absence across multiple Caterplus locations
* Support teams during busy periods or transition
* Bring consistency, standards and leadership wherever you go
* Keep kitchens running safely, efficiently and to Caterplus standards
* Act as the regional specialist for Textured Modified Foods (TMF), delivering training and best practice
* Build strong relationships with managers and operations teams across the region
* Role model high standards in H& S, food safety and compliance
No two weeks will look the same – you’ll work with different teams, strengthen different kitchens and make a visible impact everywhere you go.
What can you bring
* Senior chef experience
* Calm, organised and confident under pressure
* A genuine passion for customer service
* Strong kitchen management and people leadership
* A positive, solutions‑focused approach
* TMF experience helpful, though training provided
* 5 out of 7 days
* Covering sites across Ferndown, Dorset within our over‑55 catering communities
Benefits
* Free, tasty meals
* Flexible working, including part time roles
* 28 days holiday, and after two years, 31 days
* Leave for life’s important moments
* Paid volunteering days
* Career development and learning opportunities
* Pension schemes and life assurance
* Exclusive discounts on entertainment, leisure and travel
We are an equal‑opportunity employer. Women, minorities, and individuals from underrepresented backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
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