Chef Manager: Lead Kitchen & Cost Control

Benugo Limited; Southampton; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Meal on shift

Tea & coffee on shift

WSH pension scheme enrollment

28 days annual leave + birthday

Enhanced family leave

Discount portal access

Employee Assistance Programme

Cycle to Work

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Benugo Limited in the United Kingdom seeks a Chef Manager to oversee all kitchen operations, ensure menu execution, manage a team, and uphold Food Safety and Health & Safety standards while controlling costs.

You will lead daily kitchen activities, develop the team, coordinate with John Lewis requirements, manage budgets, monitor financial performance, drive sales, and maintain high food quality and consistency.

Qualifications

• Oversee kitchen operations and ensure compliance with Food Safety and Health & Safety standards.
• Lead and develop kitchen team with daily management and skills training.
• Ensure menu execution and consistency while controlling costs.

Responsibilities

• Daily management and leadership of the team, including skills development.
• Ensure the team is trained in the menu, equipment, and procedures as required by John Lewis.
• Collaborate with the General Manager to keep labour costs within budget.
• Manage kitchen budgets, report on financial performance, and implement cost-saving measures.

Job description

Benugo Limited in the United Kingdom seeks a Chef Manager to oversee all kitchen operations, ensure menu execution, manage a team, and uphold Food Safety and Health & Safety standards while controlling costs.

You will lead daily kitchen activities, develop the team, coordinate with John Lewis requirements, manage budgets, monitor financial performance, drive sales, and maintain high food quality and consistency.