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Relief Chef Manager

Medirest

Relief Chef Manager

£35000

Medirest, East Cliff, Bournemouth

  • Full time
  • Temporary
  • Onsite working

Posted 1 week ago, 6 Sep | Get your application in now before you miss out!

Closing date: Closing date not specified

job Ref: 39f3c33af2db49ffa2c0bc68a8e197f4

Full Job Description

  • Efficient Management: Oversee the entire catering contract to ensure consistent, high-quality food and beverage services.

  • Client Relationships: Maintain a positive relationship with the client, communicating regularly to understand their needs and any changes.

  • Team Leadership: Manage, recruit, develop, and train team members, including handling sickness, conducting performance reviews, and providing necessary training.

  • Budget Accountability: Manage labour spend and food costs, working with your Area Manager to meet financial budgets proactively.

  • Service Planning: Ensure smooth planning of the contract and resources to deliver exceptional service to clients and customers.

  • Compliance: Ensure full compliance with company policies, procedures, and legislative/regulatory requirements (e.g., allergens, kcal, PPDS).

    Experience: Previous experience in contract catering in a healthcare environment or a similar role is preferred, but we offer training for those with transferrable skills.

  • Kitchen Proficiency: Experience working in a kitchen environment, adhering to recipes and menu plans.

  • Leadership: Proven ability to lead and manage teams, motivating them to achieve success.

  • Client Management: Experience in managing client relationships.

  • Communication: Excellent written and oral communication skills, with the ability to liaise at all levels.

  • Results-Oriented: Quality and process driven with a focus on delivering results.

  • Compliance: Knowledgeable about company policies and procedures, especially in line with client agreements.

  • IT Skills: Proficiency in MS Office and email.

    We are the leading provider of independent healthcare in the UK, with a prestigious network of hospitals and clinics across the country. We are dedicated to delivering the highest quality care and service to our clients, residents, and patients.


    • We are now seeking dedicated Relief Chef Managers to join our Team. This role offers a unique opportunity to advance your career with a company that values individuality, invests in its people, and celebrates achievements.

    This is a mobile role providing relief support where needed across units in the area., Our healthcare catering, facilities management and cleaning services support both public and private organisations so hospital patients and care home residents can recover, enjoy nutritious food, feel safe and be looked after.

    We think of ourselves as a business that has no assets except its people. Our job titles may be cleaner, porter, catering assistant or healthcare support worker, but we're more than that.

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

  • Contributory pension scheme

  • Career Growth: Access to our Career Pathways and MyLearning programmes

  • Healthcare Benefits: Quick access for you and your immediate family to a Digital GP and wider healthcare benefits

  • Travel Discounts: Exclusive discounts with TUI, Expedia, Booking.com, and many more

  • Food Discounts: Save money on your food shop with discounts at Tesco, Sainsbury's, Morrisons, and many more

  • Cinema Discounts: Up to 44% off cinema tickets to enjoy your favourite blockbusters

  • Cash Rewards: Receive cash rewards every time you spend and use them on a wide range of brands

  • Wellness: Free wellness, mindfulness, and exercise classes

  • Shared Benefits: Share all discounts and offers with your friends and families, 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:


    • Contributory pension scheme

    Grow your career with our Career Pathways and MyLearning programmes

    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 Wow Points every time you spend and use them on a wide range of brands

    Un-wind with us with free wellness, mindfulness and exercise classes

    You can share all discounts and offers with your friends and families.