Eurest
Chef Manager - Dartford
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About The Role
We are seeking an experienced and motivated Chef Manager to lead our catering operation in Dartford. This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate food professional to take ownership of a diverse and fast-paced food service environment.
You will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of kitchen operations, ensuring high standards of food quality, service delivery, compliance, and team performance.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead, manage, and develop a team of catering staff
- Plan and deliver high-quality, nutritious menus
- Manage food ordering, stock control, and supplier relationships
- Ensure compliance with food safety, health & safety, and company policies
- Oversee hospitality events and special catering requests
- Monitor financial performance, budgets, and cost controls
- Maintain high standards of cleanliness and kitchen organisation
- Ensure smooth operation of vending services
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About You
- Proven experience in a Chef Manager, Head Chef, or senior catering role
- Strong leadership and team management skills
- Excellent organisational and communication abilities
- Financial awareness with experience managing budgets and GP
- Food Safety Level 3 (or equivalent) desirable
- Flexible and adaptable approach to business needs
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If you are a driven culinary professional ready to take the next step in your career, we would love to hear from you.
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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
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