Baxterstorey - Chef Manager

BaxterStorey UK; Hemel Hempstead; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading catering company in Hemel Hempstead is seeking a culinary professional to oversee menu planning and execution, manage inventory, and foster customer relations. The role requires creativity, strong communication skills, and proficiency in food cost management. Ideal candidates will have prior culinary experience and a commitment to health and safety standards. Join us to make a difference in the hospitality experience we provide and thrive in a supportive environment focused on career development.

Benefits

Inclusive employer

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a culinary role.
• Excellent creative culinary skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in food cost management.
• Knowledge of food safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Create and plan menus according to customer preferences.
• Monitor stock levels and manage inventory effectively.
• Maintain customer relations and seek feedback.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety standards.
• Manage kitchen budgeting and financial performance.
• Incorporate culinary trends into menu development.

Skills

Creative culinary skills

Communication

Food cost management

Interpersonal relations

Adaptability in fast-paced environment

Job description

Job Description

• Menu Planning and Execution – create and plan menus in accordance with the style and customer preferences of the location.
• Inventory and Cost Control – monitor and manage stock levels, sensible approach to ordering supplies.
• Customer Relations - Interact with customers to understand their specific catering needs and preferences and maintain an open channel of communication to address any concerns or requirements. Consistently seeking feedback is key to success.
• Health and Safety Compliance – Create an environment that has safety embedded in the culture.
• Budget and Financial Management – develop and manage kitchen budgets, report on financial performance and implement any cost savings required without impacting delivery of excellence.
• Menu Development and Innovation – stay updated on culinary trends and incorporate new ideas into menus.
• Compliance and Documentation - maintain accurate records of inventory, orders, and food preparation processes and ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements.

Qualifications

• Proven experience commensurate with role.
• Excellent creative culinary skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal relations skills.
• Proficiency in food cost management.
• Knowledge of food safety and health and safety regulations.
• Ability to adapt and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Works according to the BaxterStorey core values.

Additional Information

For almost 20 years, for every client, in every location (whether that’s an office, stadium, cathedral or university), we have created beautiful spaces, exciting menus and friendly teams, so that each and every customer can have the hospitality experience they deserve.

We need the brightest and the best to join us to make this all possible. We will support you to create your hospitality legacy and build a career that you are proud of.

Our drive and belief in our people, means that we always strive to supercharge our team’s careers. ‘Better’ is a daily habit that sits deep within our DNA, meaning learning will be front and centre of your experience working with us.

Join us, and be part of the food revolution!

BaxterStorey Values

ALWAYS VISIONARY

We strive for better, we never settle, never compromise, never follow. We lead the way, blazing our own trail.

WHOLEHEARTEDLY POSITIVE

We are up-beat, motivating and inspiring. Our love for what we do radiates through our food, and is amplified by our people.

CREATIVELY COLLABORATIVE

We embrace our differences to push creativity and we work together to be better.

FOREVER CONSCIOUS

We work together as a team to lead by example, protecting the planet and supporting local communities.

Interested? Even if you don’t meet all requirements, we’d like to hear from you. If you are motivated and hungry to learn, we can work together to develop your potential.

We are proud to be an inclusive employer and welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds. We celebrate individuality and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We encourage applications from people of all ages, abilities, gender identities, sexual orientations, races, religions, and socio-economic backgrounds.

BaxterStorey is committed to encouraging equity, diversity, and inclusion (ED&I) among our workforce and aim for our workforce to be truly representative of all sections of society, and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To support our commitment to this we have set ourselves an ambition to ‘set the standard and to be recognised for having the most inclusive culture in hospitality’.

Join us and bring your unique perspective to our team.