Chef Manager: Lead Kitchen Team & Menu Innovation

Gather + Gather; Hemel Hempstead; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Personal Development and Training opportunities

Access to Healthcare Support App

Regular social events

Professional subscriptions

Job summary

A leading catering firm in Hemel Hempstead is seeking an experienced Chef Manager. You will be responsible for developing and planning menus, managing a team of chefs, and ensuring high standards of food quality and safety. The ideal candidate has a background in contract catering and strong leadership skills. This full-time position offers a variety of employee benefits, including personal development opportunities and healthcare support.

Qualifications

• Previous experience within Contract Catering would be beneficial.
• Someone who is commercially savvy.
• Strong leader to manage the team.

Responsibilities

• Ensure that all appropriate ingredients are available for the menus.
• Develop and plan menus in line with client and customer expectations.
• Lead and manage a small team of 10.
• Overall responsibility for managing the kitchen team.

Skills

Leadership

Client relationship management

Menu development

Hygiene standards

Job description

A leading catering firm in Hemel Hempstead is seeking an experienced Chef Manager. You will be responsible for developing and planning menus, managing a team of chefs, and ensuring high standards of food quality and safety. The ideal candidate has a background in contract catering and strong leadership skills. This full-time position offers a variety of employee benefits, including personal development opportunities and healthcare support.