Chef Manager / Catering Manager

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Job Introduction

Chef Manager-Darent Valley Hospital

• £30000 per annum
• 5 days over 7
• Mainly Mon to Fri - some weekends and evenings

Our ideal Chef Manager will:

Required

• Good cooking skills
• Good business knowledge of a food service operation
• Strong communication skills, able to engage and motive others
• Previous supervisory or management experience within a kitchen environment

Desirable

• NVQ Lvl2/3 in professional cookery or equivalent
• Basic or Intermediate food hygiene Lvl2/3

Could you bring your spark to Healthcare? Here's what you need to know before applying for a Chef Manager position with Compass Group UK&I.

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Management of health & safety procedures and standards at all times including adherence to food information regulations and food safety checks
• Management of the catering team to ensure all food production, service and financial targets are met
• Manages the menu cycle, food production planning, food purchasing and stock management
• Manages the team through effective communication & performance management
• Recruits, trains & develops the team, supporting the company Apprenticeship programme where applicable
• Manages the cleanliness of the kitchen and food service area
• Completes all bookwork and reporting as required
• Performs other general tasks as reasonably requested

We ensure you're rewarded for all your hard work, which is why we offer a comprehensive benefits package which includes but is not limited to:

• Contributory pension scheme
• Grow your career with our Career Pathways and MyLearning programmes
• Quick access for you and your immediate family to a Digital GP, and wider healthcare benefits
• Exclusive travel discounts with TUI, Expedia, Booking.com and many more
• Save money on your food shop with discounts on Tesco, Sainsbury's, Morrisons and many more
• Up to 44% off cinema tickets to enjoy your favourite blockbuster
• Receive cash rewards every time you spend and use them on a wide range of brands
• Un-wind with us with free wellness, mindfulness and exercise classes
• You can share all discounts and offers with your friends and families

About Us

Part of Compass Group UK&I, Medirest is the specialist healthcare operating company of Compass Group UK & Ireland, providing a full range of hotel services, including staff, patient and visitor catering, domestics, portering, security and reception, at over 130 NHS Trusts and private hospitals.

Job Reference: com/0312/99320016/52701502/SU

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!