Overview
Salary: £32,595 Per Annum
Shift hours: Full Time
Chef Manager – PWG Barracks
£32,595 per annum | 35 hours per week
Join Compass Group UK&I at the heart of the Defence sector and lead a passionate team delivering exceptional food and service every day.
What You’ll Do
As Chef Manager, you’ll take ownership of daily operations across PWG Barracks – inspiring your team to deliver outstanding food experiences and first-class service. Working closely with the General Manager, you’ll ensure smooth, efficient, and compliant service at all times.
Your key responsibilities include:
- Leading and motivating teams to deliver excellent food and customer service
- Managing budgets, inventories, and operational plans to drive efficiency
- Monitoring stock levels and coordinating orders across multiple locations
- Completing weekly and monthly accounts accurately and on time
- Conducting internal audits and maintaining compliance with policies and legislation
- Reviewing KPIs with your Line Manager and driving continuous improvement
- Identifying new service concepts to boost sales and enhance the customer experience
- Supporting, coaching, and developing your team to help them excel
- Upholding the highest Health & Safety and food hygiene standards
About You
You’re a confident and motivated leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment and takes pride in delivering excellence every day.
You’ll bring:
- A passion for great-tasting food and exceptional service
- At least 2 years’ management experience in catering, hospitality, or a related industry
- Proven success in leading teams and achieving operational goals
- Strong financial and organisational skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
- A proactive, ambitious mindset with a desire to grow and develop
What We Offer
We value your hard work and dedication — that’s why we offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:
- Contributory pension scheme
- Career development through Career Pathways and MyLearning programmes
- Access to a Digital GP and healthcare benefits for you and your family
- Exclusive travel and retail discounts with top brands like TUI, Tesco, and Expedia
- Up to 44% off cinema tickets
- Cash rewards when you shop with select partners
- Free wellbeing, mindfulness, and fitness sessions
- Share your perks with friends and family!
About ESS – Part of Compass Group UK&I
ESS is the Defence, Government, and Energy division of Compass Group UK&I. We proudly support over 250 UK military establishments, secure environments, and energy sector sites. Our teams create welcoming spaces and deliver meals that make a difference — every single day.
At Compass Group UK&I, we celebrate diversity and inclusion, ensuring everyone can be themselves, feel valued, and thrive.
Job Reference: com/1310/95125001/52754386/R/SU #Defence
Reference: compass/TP/2201129/207855
Location: Grantham
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