Company: Compass Group
Location:
Posted: May 12th, 2026
Chef Manager - Sidcup
35,000 per annum
Monday - Friday 8am - 4pm
Are you a natural leader with a passion for food and a head for kitchen management? Were looking for an experienced and motivated Chef Manager to lead our kitchen team and deliver exceptional food and service every day.
As Chef Manager, youll be the driving force behind both the kitchen operations and the food offering. Youll be hands-on in the kitchen, leading by example while also managing all aspects of food production, kitchen standards, team development, and client satisfaction.
Key Responsibilities:
Oversee the day-to-day running of the kitchen
Lead and support a small kitchen team
Plan and deliver high-quality menus using fresh ingredients
Manage food safety, hygiene, and health & safety compliance
Handle stock control, ordering, and supplier relationships
Manage budgets, costs, and wastage efficiently
Maintain excellent client and customer relationships
Our ideal candidate:
Previous experience in a Chef Manager or Senior Chef role
Strong cooking skills and a passion for quality food
Experience managing a kitchen team
Good understanding of kitchen financials and controls
Excellent communication and leadership skills
If youre a passionate chef whos ready to lead from the front, inspire your team, and serve up outstanding food with pride we would love to hear from you.
Apply now and take the next step in your culinary career!
About Us
We connect workplaces to mindful, flavourful & planet-positive catering
At Eurest, we are the experts in workplace catering, operating in over 700 workspaces every day. We know that fuelling employees throughout the day can help to sharpen their thinking, nourish their bodies and minds and ultimately, motivate them to perform at their best. Our workplace food experiences are driven by our promise to live more sustainably and responsibly, working towards our goal of net zero by 2030.
Compass Group UK&I is committed to fostering an environment where every individual can truly be themselves at work and has equal opportunities to advance in their careers. We strive to build a culture that respects and celebrates the unique talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and abilities of all our team members. We want our colleagues to feel valued, empowered to reach their full potential, and to thrive - because diversity is our strength!
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