Scotland Region Relief Chef Manager | Menu Innovator

Thomas Franks Ltd.; Scotland; On-site; GBP 36,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading independent catering company in Scotland is seeking a Relief Chef Manager to support regional kitchens. The role involves covering for Head Chefs, creating seasonal menus, and ensuring high food standards. Ideal candidates will have a recognised cooking qualification, strong customer service skills, and experience in fast-paced kitchens. This position offers benefits such as discounts, travel pay, and a structured training program. Join a company that values diversity and quality food preparation.

Benefits

Wider wallet scheme

Travel Expenses Paid

Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoptive leave

Cycle to work scheme

Recommend a friend bonus

Team & company social events

Employee assistance programme

Workplace pension

Excellent career progression

Qualifications

• Experience in fast-paced kitchens at Head Chef or Chef Manager level.
• Ability to produce food from scratch adhering to brand standards.
• Experience in customer and/or food preparation environment is essential.

Responsibilities

• Cover Head Chef/Chef Manager during holidays and sickness.
• Support with mobilisations and troubleshooting at various locations.
• Produce food for service using fresh ingredients.
• Create bespoke seasonal menus.

Skills

Excellent customer service skills

Excellent client relationship skills

Ability to demonstrate a good understanding and use of verbal English

Ability to demonstrate a good standard of written English

Organised with attention to detail

Genuine interest in food

Innovation and passion for great food

Education

Recognised cooking qualification (City & Guild 706/1 & 2 or equivalent)

Job description

A leading independent catering company in Scotland is seeking a Relief Chef Manager to support regional kitchens. The role involves covering for Head Chefs, creating seasonal menus, and ensuring high food standards. Ideal candidates will have a recognised cooking qualification, strong customer service skills, and experience in fast-paced kitchens. This position offers benefits such as discounts, travel pay, and a structured training program. Join a company that values diversity and quality food preparation.