Chef Manager: Lead Creative Menus & Team Growth

Baxterstorey; Kirkcaldy; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

28 Days holiday incl. BH

Birthday off

Free meals on shift

Pension and life insurance

Cycle to work scheme

Job summary

BaxterStorey in Kirkcaldy is seeking a Chef Manager to lead a busy unit serving breakfast and lunch with occasional hospitality. You will work within a small team, focusing on menu planning, food quality, and cost control while maintaining our high standards of service.

The role emphasizes development, training, and a positive work-life balance, with opportunities to grow within a values-driven hospitality group. Strong leadership and culinary excellence are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Chef Manager
• Background within contract catering
• 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

Responsibilities

• Menu planning and execution overseeing food prep and presentation
• Recruit, train and supervise kitchen and front-of-house staff
• Monitor stock levels and control costs
• Maintain strong customer relations and communicate catering needs
• Support health and safety compliance and policies
• Develop and manage kitchen budgets and financial performance
• Stay updated on culinary trends and menu development
• Maintain inventory and documentation for regulatory compliance

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Food cost management

Culinary skills

Job description

BaxterStorey in Kirkcaldy is seeking a Chef Manager to lead a busy unit serving breakfast and lunch with occasional hospitality. You will work within a small team, focusing on menu planning, food quality, and cost control while maintaining our high standards of service.

The role emphasizes development, training, and a positive work-life balance, with opportunities to grow within a values-driven hospitality group. Strong leadership and culinary excellence are essential for success.