Chef Manager - (Mon - Fri )

General Description

Chef Manager
Monday to Friday
This role includes working 4 days at site and 1 day per week supporting other sites within the region. Therefore a driving licence and access to a vehicle is required. For more information about careers at Dine Contract Catering and our benefits please visit: Careers at Dine Contract Catering
We’re looking for a Chef Manager who can do more than cook to join our Dine team in Spennymoor. This is a role for a hands-on leader who’s as confident at the stove as they are in a client meeting, someone who understands how to run a business, manage a team, and deliver food that delights.
As the heartbeat of the site, you’ll oversee every aspect of the catering operation, from menu planning and team leadership to client relationships, budgets, compliance, and service delivery. Oversee the full catering operation from food to finance to front of house.
Managing food costs, margins, waste and labour with commercial precision.
Ensure compliance with food safety, health & safety and company standards at all times.
Drive consistency and quality across the kitchen and wider catering operation.
Proven experience as a Head Chef or Chef Manager with strong operational experience.
A passion for fresh food, seasonal ingredients, and high-quality service delivery.
Strong financial acumen. Excellent communication and people management skills. Dine provides tailored food services to 140 clients in the business and industry sector. With over two decades of industry experience, we pride ourselves on offering a personalised approach to our clients, whilst delivering outstanding service. Our passion lies in creating great-tasting menus, promoting sustainability, and proudly working with local suppliers and communities. Compass Group UK&I is committed to fostering an environment where every individual can truly be themselves at work and has equal opportunities to advance in their careers. We strive to build a culture that respects and celebrates the unique talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and abilities of all our team members. xehkeey We want our colleagues to feel valued, empowered to reach their full potential, and to thrive – because diversity is our strength!