Chef Manager – B&I Contract Catering – Canary Wharf – £40,000

We’re recruiting a Chef Manager to lead a brand-new B&I contract catering operation within the Head Office in Canary Wharf.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a newly refurbished site with a completely new kitchen and café operation, catering for senior leadership, corporate staff and hospitality events within a polished, high-end environment.

The Offer

• Up to £40,000 salary
• Monday to Friday operation
• Mainly daytime hours – around 6:30am–2pm
• Small number of evening hospitality events
• Brand-new kitchen and café opening mid-November
• Long-term opportunity with contract renewal approaching
• Lovely client and supportive culture

The Operation

• High-profile Head Office.
• Catering for 300–800 daily covers.
• Breakfast, lunch and hospitality service.
• Fresh food-led corporate catering offer.
• Small starting team of 3 chefs and 2 GAs with growth plans.
• Client-facing environment with high standards.

The Role

• Lead the day-to-day kitchen and catering operation.
• Manage food quality, service and presentation standards.
• Deliver hospitality and events across the site.
• Support and develop the kitchen team.
• Manage ordering, stock control and GP.
• Maintain H&S, HACCP and due diligence standards.
• Build strong relationships with the client and senior stakeholders.
• Remain hands-on within the kitchen when needed.

About You

• Proven Chef Manager experience within B&I contract catering.
• Strong fresh food and hospitality background.
• Reliable, consistent and committed to long-term roles.

If you are keen to discuss the details further, please apply today or send your cv to yasmin at COREcruitment dot com