Chef Manager: Lead Fresh Kitchen & Hospitality Team

Wilson Vale; Old Windsor; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Work‑life balance

Career development opportunities

Craft Works training programme

Paid training bespoke to you

Employee Assistance Programme

Online employee benefits scheme

Birthday off after 1 year's service

Enhanced Maternity Pay

Job summary

Wilson Vale is recruiting an experienced Chef Manager to lead the kitchen and hospitality services at St John's Beaumont, Windsor. This is a hands-on, operational leadership role overseeing a team and delivering high-quality dining experiences for students and staff.

You will manage menu planning, food preparation, stock and cost controls, and ensure compliance with food safety, allergen management, and PPE requirements.

Qualifications

• Strong culinary background with fresh-food focus.
• Hands-on, operational leadership of kitchen and dining services.
• Experience in managing food safety, allergens, and hygiene standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead, motivate, and develop catering and hospitality teams to deliver high-quality service.
• Plan and deliver imaginative menus, incorporating world cuisines and seasonal promotions.
• Ensure events, match-day snacks, and boarding meals meet high standards of presentation.
• Work hands-on in a fast-paced environment, leading from the front.
• Build relationships with clients, gather feedback, and attend meetings as needed.
• Maintain health and safety, allergen management, PPE protocols, and company policies.
• Manage food cost, stock, labour budgets, and achieve financial targets with P&L awareness.
• Drive innovation while monitoring waste reduction and ESG goals.
• Develop staff through mentoring, performance management, and training.

Skills

Leadership

Menu planning

Food safety

Cost control

Staff development

Quality standards

Communication

Job description

Wilson Vale is recruiting an experienced Chef Manager to lead the kitchen and hospitality services at St John's Beaumont, Windsor. This is a hands-on, operational leadership role overseeing a team and delivering high-quality dining experiences for students and staff.

You will manage menu planning, food preparation, stock and cost controls, and ensure compliance with food safety, allergen management, and PPE requirements.