Chef Manager

Sodexo France; Manchester; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading catering service provider is seeking a Chef Manager in Manchester to deliver high-quality catering services while ensuring client satisfaction and food safety compliance. The role involves managing budgets, staff, and maintaining service standards. Candidates should have an NVQ Chef qualification and experience in catering management. This position requires strong leadership, communication skills, and the flexibility to work effectively under pressure.

Benefits

Sodexo benefits

Qualifications

• NVQ Chef qualification (or equivalent).
• Experience in catering management and team leadership.
• Strong financial awareness and budget management skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, and deliver meals to agreed standards.
• Manage special dietary requirements and allergen controls.
• Control budgets and manage purchasing and stock.
• Lead and train catering staff according to company policy.
• Ensure compliance with food safety and hygiene regulations.

Skills

Catering management

Team leadership

Budget management

Strong communication skills

Organisational skills

Education

NVQ Chef qualification or equivalent

Job description

Chef Manager

Salary: £14 per hour

Benefits: Sodexo_domains benefits

♫ KHuren labor hours: Monday to Friday

Location: Bradford, BD4 6SE

Job Purpose

To deliver high-quality catering services in line with Sodexo standards and the Service Level Agreement, ensuring client satisfaction, food safety compliance, and effective unit management.

Reporting Structure

• Reports to: General Services Manager / Account Manager
• Manages: Catering staff

Context & Key Challenges

• Maintaining Sodexo brand and service standards
• Ensuring compliance with food safety, hygiene, and statutory regulations
• Managing costs, suppliers, and staffing effectively

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, and deliver meals to agreed standards and service times
• Manage special dietary requirements and allergen controls
• Control budgets, purchasing, stock, and weekly trading on eProfit
• Lead, train, review, and discipline staff in line with company policy
• Ensure accurate payroll and compliance with employment legislation
• Maintain cleanliness, hygiene, food safety, and due diligence records
• Deliver hospitality catering as required, including outside normal hours
• Ensure security of cash, stock, and Sodexo-controlled areas
• Support GSM with site services and provide cover when required

Key Accountabilities

• Consistent delivery of SLA and Sodexo service standards
• Full compliance with statutory and company policies
• Positive working relationships with clients and stakeholders
• Effective incident management and reporting

Person Specification

• NVQ Chef qualification (or equivalent)
• Catering management and team leadership experience
• Budget management and financial awareness
• Strong communication, leadership, and organisational skills
• Computer literate, self‑motivated, flexible, and able to work under pressure