Chef Manager

Baxterstorey; Bournemouth; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading catering company in Bournemouth is seeking a Chef Manager to oversee kitchen operations, menu planning, and staff management. The role involves ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations and managing budgets while delivering high-quality dishes. Ideal candidates will have proven experience in the corporate contract catering sector and possess excellent culinary and leadership skills. This position offers a supportive work environment with opportunities for professional development and various employee benefits, including holidays and training.

Benefits

28 days holiday including bank holidays

Birthday off

Volunteering days

Enhanced maternity leave

Free meals on shift

Bespoke training opportunities

Pension and life insurance

Cycle to work scheme

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Chef Manager.
• Background in corporate contract catering preferred.
• Ability to create and innovate menu offerings.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute menus tailored to customer preferences.
• Recruit, train, and supervise kitchen staff.
• Manage inventory and food costs effectively.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.
• Develop and maintain kitchen budgets.

Skills

Creative culinary skills

Leadership and team management

Communication and interpersonal skills

Food cost management

Knowledge of food safety regulations

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Job description

Overview

An innovative Chef Manager is required to run this boutique contract at one of our Bournemouth locations! Great opportunity to create wonderful dishes within an excellent kitchen environment. Working with two team members. Monday to Friday working hours.

We are BaxterStorey, committed to encouraging equity, diversity, and inclusion among our workforce and aim for an inclusive culture in hospitality. We celebrate individuality and welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds.

Responsibilities

• Menu Planning and Execution – create and plan menus in accordance with the style and customer preferences of the location. Oversee food preparation and presentation to ensure high-quality dishes, monitoring wastage and portion control
• Employee Management – recruit, train, and supervise all colleagues, including chefs, cooks and front of house. Provide continual guidance, coaching, and performance feedback to kitchen team
• Inventory and Cost Control – monitor and manage stock levels, sensible approach to ordering supplies
• Customer Relations – interact with customers to understand their 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 – support the head chef to ensure adherence to health and safety regulations and food safety protocols/policies. 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, we work together as a team to lead by example, protecting the planet and supporting local communities

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Chef Manager
• Ideally a recent background with the corporate contract catering sector
• Excellent creative culinary skills
• Leadership and team management abilities
• 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

Benefits

• 28 Days holiday including bank holidays
• Plus your birthday off
• 3 volunteering days
• 3 days grandparent leave
• 24 weeks enhanced maternity leave
• Secondary carer leave
• Wedding/commitment day leave
• Free meals on shift
• Bespoke training and development opportunities
• Apprenticeships opportunities for all experience levels
• Pension and life insurance
• Discounts available on our Perkbox app; high street shops, holidays & cinema
• Wellbeing hub
• Access to employee assistance programme
• Cycle to work scheme