Chef Manager – Lead Innovative Kitchen in Leicester

BaxterStorey; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading catering company seeks an innovative Chef Manager in Leicester to oversee a small two-man contract. This role offers a unique opportunity to lead menu planning, manage a kitchen team, and ensure exceptional food quality. Ideal candidates will have a proven track record as a Head Chef, strong culinary skills, and experience in the corporate contract catering sector. Benefits include 28 days holiday, bespoke training, and enhanced leave options.

Benefits

28 days holiday including bank holidays

Plus your birthday off

Free meals on shift

Bespoke training and development opportunities

Pension and life insurance

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Head Chef.
• Recent background in corporate contract catering preferred.
• Excellent leadership and team management abilities.

Responsibilities

• Create and plan menus based on style and customer preferences.
• Recruit, train and supervise kitchen staff.
• Interact with customers to understand catering needs.
• Ensure adherence to health and safety regulations.
• Develop and manage kitchen budgets.

Skills

Creative culinary skills

Leadership and team management

Excellent communication skills

Food cost management

Knowledge of health and safety regulations

Ability to work in fast-paced environment

Job description

A leading catering company seeks an innovative Chef Manager in Leicester to oversee a small two-man contract. This role offers a unique opportunity to lead menu planning, manage a kitchen team, and ensure exceptional food quality. Ideal candidates will have a proven track record as a Head Chef, strong culinary skills, and experience in the corporate contract catering sector. Benefits include 28 days holiday, bespoke training, and enhanced leave options.