Chef Manager - Bristol

Chef Manager

Location: Bristol

Salary: Up to £35,000 per annum, depending on experience

Working Pattern: Monday to Friday, 7am to 3:30pm

14forty is a specialist facilities management business within Compass Group UK & Ireland, delivering integrated workplace services across the UK. Bringing together catering, cleaning, security and support services under one contract. 14forty creates efficient, high-performing environments that enhance the employee experience and allow clients to focus on their core business. With a strong focus on service excellence, innovation and sustainability, the business is committed to making workplaces better, every day.

We’re looking for a Chef Manager who can do more than cook, a hands-on leader confident in the kitchen, with clients, and in running a business.

Based at ALD Automotive’s UK headquarters in Emersons Green, Bristol, you’ll lead a busy corporate catering operation in a modern office environment, serving a professional workforce and enhancing the workplace experience through high-quality food and service.

As the heartbeat of the site, you’ll take full ownership of the operation. Leading your team, managing budgets and compliance, building strong client relationships, and delivering fresh, engaging food every day.

What You’ll Be Doing

Oversee the full catering operation from preparing food to finance to front of house.

Lead, develop and motivate your team to deliver excellent service every day.

Managing food costs, margins, waste and labour with commercial precision.

Build strong relationships with our clients and guests. Understanding their needs, exceeding expectations and delivering service with an impact.

Ensure compliance with food safety, health & safety and company standards at all times.

Drive consistency and quality across the kitchen and wider catering operation.

What you’ll bring to the table

Proven experience as a Chef Manager with strong operational experience.

A passion for fresh food, seasonal ingredients, and high-quality service delivery.

Great communication and leadership skills, you inspire others with your energy.

A strong sense of ownership and ability to manage client relationships.

Strong financial acumen. You understand P&L, cost control, and business KPIs.

Excellent communication and people management skills. You build trust, lead by example, and bring out the best in your team.

Hungry for more?We also offer exciting culinary pathways for team members who want to level up. With real-time mentoring, hands-on experience, and the chance to earn recognised qualifications, it’s a delicious way to grow your skills while doing what you love.

If you’re a driven and passionate chef eager to make an impact, we’d love to hear from you! Apply today and take the next step in your culinary career.

Job Reference: com/0406/92618001/52811793/SU #14Forty

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. We want our colleagues to feel valued, empowered to reach their full potential, and to thrive - because diversity is our strength!