Chef Manager: Culinary Leader & Kitchen Innovator

Baxterstorey Uk; England; Presencial; GBP 42.000 - 58.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

BaxterStorey is seeking a Chef Manager to lead the kitchen across corporate catering sites in the United Kingdom. You will plan menus, oversee food preparation and presentation, manage the kitchen team, and drive cost control while upholding safety and quality standards.

You will work in a fast-paced environment, recruit and develop staff, and ensure compliance with health, safety, and regulatory requirements. Joining BaxterStorey means embracing our values and delivering exceptional hospitality.

Formación

• 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 BaxterStorey core values.

Responsabilidades

• Menu Planning and Execution – create and plan menus in accordance with the style and customer preferences of the location.
• Employee Management – recruit, train, and supervise all colleagues, including chefs, cooks and front of house.
• Inventory and Cost Control – monitor and manage stock levels, sensible approach to ordering supplies.
• Customer Relations - interact with customers to understand catering needs and maintain open communication.
• Health and Safety Compliance – support the executive chef to ensure health and safety regulations are followed.
• Budget and Financial Management – develop and manage kitchen budgets and report on financial performance.
• Menu Development and Innovation – stay updated on culinary trends and incorporate new ideas.
• Compliance and Documentation - maintain records of inventory, orders, and food preparation processes.

Conocimientos

Chef Manager

Leadership

Team Management

Food Cost Management

Health & Safety

Menu Development

Communication Skills

Descripción del empleo

BaxterStorey is seeking a Chef Manager to lead the kitchen across corporate catering sites in the United Kingdom. You will plan menus, oversee food preparation and presentation, manage the kitchen team, and drive cost control while upholding safety and quality standards.

You will work in a fast-paced environment, recruit and develop staff, and ensure compliance with health, safety, and regulatory requirements. Joining BaxterStorey means embracing our values and delivering exceptional hospitality.