Chef Manager: Creative Kitchen Leader with Growth

Baxterstorey; Stevenage; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 49,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training & development

Apprenticeships

Pension & life insurance

Perkbox discounts

Employee assistance programme

Cycle to work

Job summary

BaxterStorey in Stevenage is seeking a skilled Chef Manager to lead kitchen operations, design menus, and manage a team to deliver exceptional culinary experiences.

You will oversee food quality, cost control, and compliance while mentoring staff and ensuring a positive work environment. This permanent, full-time role offers development opportunities within a supportive company culture.

Qualifications

• Proven experience commensurate with role.
• 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

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 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 – 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

Skills

Creative culinary skills

Leadership and team management

Communication and interpersonal skills

Food cost management

Food safety knowledge

Adaptability in fast-paced environment

Alignment with core values

Job description

BaxterStorey in Stevenage is seeking a skilled Chef Manager to lead kitchen operations, design menus, and manage a team to deliver exceptional culinary experiences.

You will oversee food quality, cost control, and compliance while mentoring staff and ensuring a positive work environment. This permanent, full-time role offers development opportunities within a supportive company culture.