Relief Chef Manager

Elior Uk; Bromley; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading catering service provider in Bromley is seeking a Relief Chef Manager to oversee team operations and ensure excellent service delivery. Responsibilities include team management, budget control, and fostering internal relationships. Ideal candidates should be self-motivated with a strong background in customer service and team leadership. This position offers a supportive work environment with various employee perks, including free meals, flexible working hours, and generous holiday time.

Benefits

Free, tasty meals

Flexible working hours

28 days holiday, increasing to 31

Paid volunteering days

Career development opportunities

Pension schemes

Exclusive discounts on leisure and travel

Qualifications

• Proven team leader experience required.
• Previous experience within catering is desirable.
• Genuine interest in customer service excellence is essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage teams and ensure high-quality service delivery.
• Motivate and lead the team effectively.
• Control budget and manage internal communications.

Skills

Team leadership

Customer service excellence

Self-motivated

Excellent communication

Job description

Caterplus – More Than a Meal, It’s a Community

At our Bromley Sites within Caterplus, we don’t just serve food - we create warm, welcoming spaces where the over-55 community can connect, share, and enjoy great company over delicious meals. Every dish is made with care, fresh ingredients, and a big helping of heart.

What you’ll be doing…

As a Relief Chef Manager you will proactively manage teams on site as well as be accountable for recruiting, inducting, training, and supporting colleagues to deliver an efficient, high-quality service to Elior UK, our customer and clients.

• Motivating and managing a team
• Controlling and managing a budget
• Accountable for ensuring ongoing team communications, including building internal and external relationships, management reporting and client liaison to enable operational excellence

Working Pattern: 5 out of 7 days | 37.5 Hours Per Week

What can you bring?

• Genuine interest in customer service excellence
• Focused on the front line
• Proven team leader experience
• Self-motivated and able to work well unsupervised
• Previous experience within catering desirable

Brilliant Work Deserves Brilliant Perks!

At Elior, we believe that when you love where you work, it shows. That’s why we make sure our team feels appreciated, supported, and set up for success! Here’s what’s waiting for you:

• Free, tasty meals - Enjoy tasty, nutritious food on us while you work!
• Flexible working - including part time roles, because life doesn’t run on a 9-5 schedule.
• Plenty of Time to Unwind - 28 days of holiday, and after two years, enjoy even more with 31 days.
• Leave for life’s important moments - whether family, personal or unexpected.
• Give back time - paid volunteering days for the causes you care about.
• Room to grow - career development and learning opportunities for all stages of your career.
• Financial security - pension schemes and life assurance.
• Exclusive discounts - save on entertainment, leisure, and even travel!

One small thing - we welcome you to apply using the name you feel most comfortable with!No need for legal names at this stage.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

We’re a people-first business with over 10,000 colleagues across the UK, serving everything from stadiums to hospitals, schools to workplaces. Our mission? Toenrich lives everywhere, every day.

And here’s the best part - 87% of our team say they’re proud to work here!Why? Because we create a place where you’re listened to, trusted, supported, and valued.

Not sure you match every single requirement? Apply anyway! Research shows that many people - especially women and those from underrepresented backgrounds - hold back unless they meet 100% of the criteria. But we hire for potential, not just experience. If you’re passionate and ready to grow, we want to hear from you!

We Celebrate You!

At Elior, diversity and inclusion aren’t just policies, they’re who we are. We know that different perspectives make us stronger, and we’re dedicated to creating an environment where everyone feels seen, heard, and empowered to succeed.

Need any support or adjustments during the application process? Just let us know - we’re happy to help!

Ready to join us? Hit ‘Apply Now’ and let’s chat!