Chef Manager: Lead Kitchen Team & Innovative Menus

BaxterStorey; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food service company in Cardiff is seeking a Chef Manager to oversee menu planning, staff management, and customer relations. This role offers a competitive salary of £32,000 annually, along with a variety of benefits including free meals on site and parking, 28 days holiday, and development opportunities. Ideal candidates will possess strong leadership skills and culinary expertise, thriving in a fast-paced environment. Join us to elevate your culinary career and make a difference in food service.

Benefits

Free meal on site

On-site parking

28 Days holiday including bank holidays

Plus your birthday off

3 volunteering days

3 days grandparent leave

24 week's enhanced maternity leave

Secondary carer leave

Wedding/commitment day leave

Bespoke training and development opportunities

Apprenticeships opportunities

Pension and life insurance

Discounts on Perkbox app

Wellbeing hub

Access to employee assistance programme

Cycle to work scheme

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Chef Manager.
• Excellent creative culinary skills.
• Strong leadership and team management abilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal relations skills.
• Proficiency in food cost management.
• Knowledge of health and safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Create and plan menus based on customer preferences.
• Recruit, train, and supervise kitchen staff.
• Monitor and manage stock levels and supplies.
• Interact with customers to understand catering needs.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety standards.
• Develop and manage kitchen budgets.

Skills

Creative culinary skills

Leadership abilities

Communication skills

Food safety knowledge

Flexibility in a fast-paced environment

Education

Proven experience as a Chef Manager

Job description

A leading food service company in Cardiff is seeking a Chef Manager to oversee menu planning, staff management, and customer relations. This role offers a competitive salary of £32,000 annually, along with a variety of benefits including free meals on site and parking, 28 days holiday, and development opportunities. Ideal candidates will possess strong leadership skills and culinary expertise, thriving in a fast-paced environment. Join us to elevate your culinary career and make a difference in food service.