Relief Chef Manager

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.

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.

Qualifications

• 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
• You must be flexible, hold a full valid UK driving licence and have your own reliable transportation.

Benefits

• 5 out of 7 days 40 hours per week (no late evenings)
• Covering sites across the East Midlands area within our over-55 catering communities
• Car allowance and mileage: 33p per mile petrol, 26p per mile electric

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