Job Description

At Gather & Gather, we are known as one of the UK & Irelands most distinctive workplace catering experts, we are passionate about great food and great coffee and putting our employees and customers at the heart of everything that we do. We are currently recruiting for a Chef Manager to work with us at University of London.


The role involves overseeing daily operations, managing a team of 10-15 staff, and handling the administrative aspects of the business, including stock control and daily/weekly procedures. The Chef Manager will also be expected to work weekends or bank holidays when required.


The site provides breakfast and dinner during weekdays, and brunch instead of breakfast on weekends.

Location: University of London

Rate of pay: 35,000 - 40,000 per annum

Working pattern: 40 hours per week, 5 over 7

Key responsibilities

Oversee daily kitchen operations, with a primary focus on breakfast, brunch, and dinner services, ensuring high standards of food quality, presentation, and timeliness for 150-180 guests per sitting. Lead, manage, and support a team of 10-20 kitchen and front-of-house staff, fostering a positive working environment and ensuring consistent performance through active supervision and engagement. Develop and plan menus in line with seasonal availability, customer preferences, and budgetary guidelines, while maintaining variety, nutritional balance, and cost control. Manage staff rotas and scheduling, ensuring appropriate coverage across all services and monitoring working hours to comply with labor regulations and operational needs. Conduct regular stock takes and maintain stock levels, placing timely orders, minimising waste, and ensuring cost-effective use of resources. Facilitate effective communication within the team through regular meetings and clear, timely updates to ensure alignment on daily operations, service expectations, and kitchen priorities.

What's in it for you?

Working with Gather & Gather has its perks! People are at the heart of everything we do, so we've developed a range of benefits and development opportunities to keep you content.

Personal Development and Training opportunities Life assurance scheme Pension scheme Holiday allowance Private medical eligibility Eye care A great wellbeing strategy - including access to our Employee Assistance Programme, salary finance Family friendly support Regular social events and communication with our leaders A holiday purchase scheme Volunteering days Professional subscriptions Recognition schemes and people awards Long service awards Access to some great high street discount vouchers

About Us


As part of Compass you'll help to feed people, fuel progress and forge connections in around 6,000 venues. Join us to grow your career with the industry leader, and get competitive pay, great perks and unrivalled opportunities for learning and development, at one of the UK's biggest businesses.


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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!