Chef Manager — Creative Kitchen Lead & Menu Innovator

BaxterStorey UK; Biggleswade; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

28 Days holiday including bankholidays

Birthday off

Volunteering days

Grandparent leave (3 days)

Maternity leave (24 weeks enhanced)

Secondary carer leave

Wedding/commitment day leave

Free meals on shift

Training and development opportunities

Apprenticeships opportunities

Pension and life insurance

Perkbox discounts

Wellbeing hub

Employee assistance programme

Cycle to work scheme

Job summary

BaxterStorey UK is seeking a Chef Manager to lead a small Bistro at Biggleswade, overseeing food quality, menu planning and daily operations. You will own the food concept, manage kitchen workflows, and drive guest satisfaction while upholding brand standards.

The role requires proven Chef Manager experience in contract catering, strong leadership, and a passion for high-quality dishes. Benefits include extensive leave, development opportunities, and employee wellbeing initiatives.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Chef Manager
• Experience in contract catering/food service
• Excellent culinary skills
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Proficiency in food cost management
• Knowledge of food safety regulations
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Aligns with BaxterStorey core values

Responsibilities

• Menu planning and execution aligned with location style and client preferences
• Inventory and cost control managing stock levels and ordering sensibly
• Customer relations by understanding catering needs and maintaining open communication
• Health and safety compliance including safe operating practices
• Budget and financial management including cost-saving measures without compromising quality
• Menu development and innovation staying updated on culinary trends
• Compliance and documentation maintaining records of inventory, orders and food prep processes

Skills

Chef leadership

Menu planning

Food cost management

Health & safety

Communication

Job description

BaxterStorey UK is seeking a Chef Manager to lead a small Bistro at Biggleswade, overseeing food quality, menu planning and daily operations. You will own the food concept, manage kitchen workflows, and drive guest satisfaction while upholding brand standards.

The role requires proven Chef Manager experience in contract catering, strong leadership, and a passion for high-quality dishes. Benefits include extensive leave, development opportunities, and employee wellbeing initiatives.