Job Description

Caterplus – More Than a Meal, It’s a Community
We are seeking a driven and personable Chef Manager to lead catering operations within an Extra Care environment. This role is based across Newcastle in a combination Extra Care Schemes and community café settings, delivering high-quality food and service to residents, visitors, and stakeholders.
Working under a single client structure with aligned menus and operational standards across similar sites, you will play a key role in ensuring consistency, quality, and a strong customer experience.
This is an ideal opportunity for a self-motivated, organised individual who thrives in a lone-working environment and takes pride in delivering both culinary excellence and operational control.

What you'll be doing...
Culinary & Service Delivery
• Plan, prepare, and deliver nutritious, high-quality meals in line with agreed menus and standards
• Cater for both private resident dining and community café service
• Ensure all food is presented to a high standard, meeting dietary and nutritional requirements
• Maintain food safety, hygiene, and compliance with all relevant legislation
Operational Management
• Manage the day-to-day running of the kitchen independently
• Demonstrate strong organisation and time management skills while working autonomously
• Maintain excellent standards of cleanliness, stock rotation, and kitchen procedures
Financial Accountability
• Complete regular stock takes and manage ordering efficiently
• Be accountable for site finances, including:
◦ Daily and weekly cash reporting
◦ Managing cash transactions accurately
◦ Cost control and waste management
Customer & Client Engagement
• Build strong, positive relationships with residents, visitors, and the client
• Deliver a warm, engaging, and personable service, creating a welcoming dining experience
• Act as an ambassador for the service, recognising that personality and relationship-building are key to success in this role
What can you bring?
• Previous experience as a Chef Manager or in a similar leadership catering role
• Experience within care, contract catering, or hospitality environments (desirable)
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to work independently
• Confidence in managing finances, stock, and reporting
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• A proactive, self-starting approach with the ability to problem-solve
• High standards of food quality, presentation, and hygiene
• A friendly, approachable personality with a passion for customer service
What We Offer
• Competitive salary of £32,848.20 per annum
• Structured 35 hour working week (primarily Monday–Friday)
• Opportunity to work in a rewarding care environment
• Autonomy and ownership of your site

Brilliant Work Deserves Brilliant Perks!
At Elior, we believe that when you love where you work, it shows. That’s why we make sure our team feels appreciated, supported, and set up for success! Here’s what’s waiting for you:
• Free, tasty meals - Enjoy tasty, nutritious food on us while you work!
• Flexible working - including part time roles, because life doesn’t run on a 9-5 schedule.
• Plenty of Time to Unwind - 28 days of holiday, and after two years, enjoy even more with 31 days.
• Leave for life’s important moments - whether family, personal or unexpected.
• Give back time - paid volunteering days for the causes you care about.
• Room to grow - career development and learning opportunities for all stages of your career.
• Wellbeing first - mental health support and wellbeing perks.
• Financial security - pension schemes and life assurance.
• Exclusive discounts - save on entertainment, leisure, and even travel!
One small thing - we welcome you to apply using the name you feel most comfortable with! No need for legal names at this stage.
Why You’ll Love Working Here
We’re a people-first business with over 10,000 colleagues across the UK, serving everything from stadiums to hospitals, schools to workplaces. Our mission? To enrich lives everywhere, every day.
And here’s the best part - 87% of our team say they’re proud to work here! Why? Because we create a place where you’re listened to, trusted, supported, and valued.
Not sure you match every single requirement? Apply anyway! Research shows that many people - especially women and those from underrepresented backgrounds - hold back unless they meet 100% of the criteria. But we hire for potential, not just experience. If you’re passionate and ready to grow, we want to hear from you!
We Celebrate You!
At Elior, diversity and inclusion aren’t just policies, they’re who we are. We know that different perspectives make us stronger, and we’re dedicated to creating an environment where everyone feels seen, heard, and empowered to succeed.
Need any support or adjustments during the application process? Just let us know - we’re happy to help!
Ready to join us? Hit ‘Apply Now’ and let’s chat!