Chef Manager in Training — Lead Kitchen, Mon–Fri

BaxterStorey; Ulverston; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

28 Days holiday including bank hols

Birthday off

Free meals on shift

Pension and life insurance

Cycle to work scheme

Job summary

Ulverston location requires an Assistant Chef Manager to work with a small team, deputise for the Chef Manager when needed, and develop within a growing site. Salary £30,000 with Monday–Friday hours and the possibility of progression. You must be able to obtain National Security Clearance and hold a UK driving license.

You will work closely with a supportive team, benefit from bespoke training, and have access to company-wide development opportunities and employee benefits.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Chef.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Menu Planning and Execution – assist in creating menus in accordance with the style and customer preferences of the location, food preparation and presentation of high-quality dishes.
• Employee Management – train and supervise all colleagues, provide continual guidance, coaching and performance feedback to kitchen team.
• Inventory and Cost Control – monitor and manage stock levels.
• Customer Relations - interact with customers to understand their catering needs and maintain open communication to address requirements.
• Health and Safety Compliance – support the executive chef to ensure adherence to health and safety regulations and food safety protocols.
• Budget and Financial Management – use recipe specification sheets to ensure consistent standards of menu items.
• Menu Development and Innovation – stay updated on culinary trends and incorporate ideas.
• Compliance and Documentation - maintain records of inventory, orders and food preparation processes.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Food safety

Cost management

Creativity

Job description

Ulverston location requires an Assistant Chef Manager to work with a small team, deputise for the Chef Manager when needed, and develop within a growing site. Salary £30,000 with Monday–Friday hours and the possibility of progression. You must be able to obtain National Security Clearance and hold a UK driving license.

You will work closely with a supportive team, benefit from bespoke training, and have access to company-wide development opportunities and employee benefits.