Job Introduction
Chef Manager - Northfleet
Salary: £32,000
Working pattern: 5 out of 7 days, including occasional weekends and night shifts
Employees on Site: 5 | Direct Reports: 5 | Customers on Site: 300-400
We have a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Chef Manager to join our team in Northfleet. This is a hands-on leadership position ideal for someone currently working as a Head Chef who's ready to step up, or an established Chef Manager looking for a new challenge.
You'll be responsible for managing the day-to-day kitchen operation, delivering high-quality catering services across multiple meal periods, ensuring food safety and compliance, managing costs and labour, and motivating a small but skilled team.
About the role
Oversee day-to-day culinary operations including preparation, service, and hygiene standards
Ensure full compliance with HSE, food safety, and HACCP standards
Maintain accurate stock levels and place timely orders with approved suppliers
Control P&L, meet budget targets, and ensure stock and labour efficiency
Use Ourtime for workforce scheduling and time management
Drive profitability through effective portion control, waste reduction, and PCI compliance
Manage a team of 5, including rotas, performance reviews, and staff development
Foster a culture of excellence, safety, and teamwork
We're looking for someone who:
Is either a current Chef Manager or a Head Chef ready to step up
Has a strong understanding of kitchen operations, compliance, and profitability
Demonstrates leadership skills with the ability to manage rotas and motivate a team
Has experience managing stock, ordering, and achieving financial targets
Thrives in a fast-paced, multi-service catering environment
Benefits
Free meal on shift
Standard Compass Group benefits
Access to development and training opportunities
Interview Process
1st Stage - Microsoft Teams Interview
2nd Stage - On Site Interview & Trade Test