We are seeking a Chef Manager to organise and control all aspects of the catering operation, with a strong focus on strategic planning to drive growth and profitability. This role requires full responsibility for food production, budgetary control, and compliance with client, company and statutory regulations, while consistently meeting or exceeding gross profit targets. We are looking for an experienced hospitality professional who delivers excellent food quality and customer service, leads operations confidently, and actively develops strong client relationships. The successful candidate will demonstrate high standards, commercial awareness, and the ability to innovate in line with current high street food trends.
Responsibilities
* Organise and control all aspects of the catering operation to support growth and profitability
* Supervise and control food production within agreed budgetary guidelines
* Meet or exceed budgeted gross profit targets
* Ensure full compliance with company HSEQ policies, procedures and statutory regulations
* Plan menus and food production in line with client numbers and standard recipes
* Manage food ordering, stock control and nominated supplier usage
* Deliver excellent customer service standards and client satisfaction
* Maintain contract profitability through effective cost and operational control
* Ensure meals and services comply with agreed budgets and cost controls
* Build and maintain strong client relationships
Qualifications
* Proven experience in hospitality food production
* Level 3 Food Safety qualification
* Clean and well‑presented professional appearance
* Pleasant, engaging and effective team member
* Demonstrated minimal absence within work history
* Ability to work unsupervised and lead a catering operation independently
ISS is proud to be a diverse and inclusive employer. ISS welcomes all applicants regardless of age, disability, gender identity or gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race (which includes race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin and caste), religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation or educational background. We are proud to be a Gold Employer Recognition Scheme (ERS) award holder and a signatory of the Armed Forces Covenant, recognising our commitment to supporting veterans, reservists, and military families. Through our Joint Forces Programme, we provide mentoring and support to members of the Armed Forces community and their spouses as they transition into civilian careers. We are a Disability Confident Committed (Level 2) employer, proudly supporting and promoting inclusive hiring practices in line with the UK government's Disability Confident scheme.
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