Chef Manager - Lead Kitchen, Team & Client Success

bartlett mitchell - #JM Hemel; Hemel Hempstead; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Birthday day off

Michelin-star masterclasses

Development courses

Discounts & cashback

Cycle-to-work

Freedom Friday

Free lunch

Mental Health App

Enhanced parental leave

Fertility leave

Grandparent leave

Job summary

bartlett mitchell in Hemel Hempstead is seeking an experienced Chef Manager to run the contract on site, liaising with the client to ensure excellent food and service. You will recruit, train and motivate your team while managing budgets, weekly reports and stock counts to achieve GP and budgets.

You will forecast accurately, plan menus, and deliver innovative, seasonal and nutritious offerings that reflect our foodie standards and service ethos.

Qualifications

• Experience managing contract catering operations.
• Proven ability to manage budgets and GP targets.
• Strong leadership and team development skills.
• Knowledge of seasonal, nutritious menu planning.

Responsibilities

• Run the on-site contract and liaise with the client to maintain service standards.
• Recruit, train and motivate the kitchen team and front of house staff.
• Manage budgets, weekly reports and stock counts; ensure GP targets.
• Forecast accurately and plan innovative, balanced menus.
• Engage with customers to maximise sales and ensure food safety compliance.

Skills

Team leadership

Budget management

Training and development

Menu planning

Client liaison

Forecasting

Education

City & Guilds 7061/7062

NVQ or equivalent

Food Safety Level 3

Health & Safety Level 2

COSHH awareness

Job description

bartlett mitchell in Hemel Hempstead is seeking an experienced Chef Manager to run the contract on site, liaising with the client to ensure excellent food and service. You will recruit, train and motivate your team while managing budgets, weekly reports and stock counts to achieve GP and budgets.

You will forecast accurately, plan menus, and deliver innovative, seasonal and nutritious offerings that reflect our foodie standards and service ethos.