Overview

Salary: £33930

Shift hours: Full Time

Chef Manager — IBS Brecon
£33,930 per annum | 40 hours per week
Typically Monday to Friday | Weekend events as required (overtime paid after 40 hours)

Join Compass Group UK&I within the Defence sector and lead a dedicated team delivering high-quality food and service in a busy, fast-paced kitchen environment.

The Role

As Chef Manager at IBS Brecon, you will take full ownership of the catering operation, combining strong operational leadership with a hands-on approach in the kitchen. This is an active role where you will lead from the front, supporting food production and service while ensuring efficient, compliant day-to-day operations.

This position offers a strong work–life balance, with a predominantly Monday to Friday schedule. Flexibility is required to support events and functions, including occasional weekends, with overtime paid for hours worked beyond 40 per week.

Key Responsibilities

  • Leading, motivating, and developing your team to deliver excellent food and customer service

  • Taking a hands-on role in a busy kitchen, supporting production and service as required

  • Managing budgets, stock control, ordering, and operational planning

  • Monitoring stock levels and coordinating orders across service points

  • Completing weekly and monthly accounts accurately and on time

  • Conducting internal audits and ensuring full compliance with company policies and legislation

  • Reviewing KPIs with senior management and driving continuous improvement

  • Maintaining the highest standards of food hygiene and Health & Safety

  • Using strong organisational and time management skills to ensure smooth daily operations

About You

You are a confident, practical leader who thrives in a fast-paced catering environment and enjoys being actively involved in kitchen operations.

You’ll bring:

  • Proven experience in a hands-on Chef Manager or similar leadership role

  • Experience working in a busy kitchen environment

  • Strong organisational and time management skills

  • Excellent leadership and communication abilities

  • A proactive, flexible approach to supporting business needs

  • Passion for high-quality food and service delivery

What We Offer

  • Contributory pension scheme

  • Career development through Career Pathways and MyLearning programmes

  • Digital GP and healthcare benefits for you and your family

  • Exclusive travel and retail discounts with brands such as TUI, Tesco, and Expedia

  • Up to 44% off cinema tickets

  • Cashback rewards with selected partners

  • Free wellbeing, mindfulness, and fitness sessions

  • The ability to share selected benefits with friends and family

Reference: compass/TP/1906161/210917

Location: Brecon

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