About the Role
TNS Catering is seeking an experienced and passionate Chef Manager to lead a contract catering operation in Roborough, Plymouth. Working in partnership with a market-leading national client, you will oversee food quality, service delivery and the day-to-day running of the catering team. This permanent role is 40 hours per week, predominantly Monday to Friday during the day, with responsibility for evening and weekend services.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage the day-to-day catering operation, ensuring consistent food quality and customer service.
- Lead and support the catering team across food preparation and service.
- Plan menus and oversee food preparation to meet customer needs and dietary requirements.
- Manage stock, ordering and food costs to support an efficient operation.
- Maintain high standards of food hygiene, health and safety, and kitchen cleanliness.
- Work closely with the client and organise staffing and service coverage, including evening and weekend provision.
What You'll Need
- Experience as a Chef Manager or Catering Manager, ideally within contract catering.
- Strong culinary knowledge and a passion for delivering high-quality food.
- The ability to lead, motivate and organise a catering team.
- A sound understanding of food safety, allergen management and dietary requirements.
- Good organisational and cost-control skills, alongside a customer-focused approach.
- Flexibility to take responsibility for evening and weekend services when required.
What's on Offer
- A salary of £45,000 per year.
- A permanent position working 40 hours per week.
- Predominantly Monday-to-Friday daytime working, with responsibility for evening and weekend services.
- The opportunity to join a Times Top 100 company and manage catering at an established client site in Roborough, Plymouth.
How to Apply
Apply through this listing with your CV, highlighting your catering management experience and your approach to leading a successful food service team.