Relief Chef Manger

🔒 Confidential Employer
Posted 22 March 2026
LOCATION
London
TYPE
Full-time
LEVEL
Mid-Senior level
SALARY
£40,000 / year
CATEGORY
Hospitality
This employer holds a UK Home Office sponsor license — sponsorship for this specific role is at the employer’s discretion

SKILLS

Culinary Skills Leadership Skills Team Management Food Safety Knowledge Hygiene Compliance Health & Safety Regulations Menu Innovation Budget Management

FULL DESCRIPTION

We are seeking a talented and passionate Mobile Relief Chef Manager on a full time basis working 5 over 7 days to be a part of our kitchen teams in South East London, in delivering outstanding, nutritious, and appealing meals for our residents. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who loves food, has strong leadership skills, and enjoys working in a caring, people-focused environment.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Plan, prepare, and oversee the production of all meals to the highest standards.
  • Lead, motivate, and manage the kitchen team to ensure smooth operations.
  • Ensure compliance with food safety, hygiene, and health & safety regulations.
  • Manage stock, orders, and budgets efficiently.
  • Innovate menus that meet residents’ dietary needs and preferences.
  • Maintain high standards of presentation and portion control.

The Person:

  • Proven experience as a Chef, Chef Manager or Head Chef, ideally within care, hospitality, or senior living.
  • Strong leadership and team management skills.
  • Knowledge of food safety standards and regulations.
  • Passion for delivering excellent culinary experiences.
  • Flexible and adaptable.

We ensure you’re rewarded for all your hard work, which is why we offer a comprehensive benefits package which includes but is not limited to:

  • Free meals
  • Onsite free car parking
  • Contributory pension scheme
  • Grow your career with our Career Pathways and MyLearning programmes
  • Quick access for you and your immediate family to a Digital GP, and wider healthcare benefits
  • Exclusive travel discounts with TUI, Expedia, Booking.com and many more
  • Save money on your food shop with discounts on Tesco, Sainsbury's, Morrisons and many more
  • Up to 44% off cinema tickets to enjoy your favourite blockbuster
  • Receive cash rewards every time you spend and use them on a wide range of brands
  • Un-wind with us with free wellness, mindfulness and exercise classes

The predicted salary is between 32000 - 40000 £ per year.

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