Chef Manager: Lead Menus, Mentor Kitchen Team

Baxterstorey; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

28 Days holiday including bank holid a

Birthday off

3 volunteering days

3 days grandparent leave

Maternity leave - 24 weeks

Free meals on shift

Pension and life insurance

Perkbox discounts

Job summary

BaxterStorey in Glasgow is seeking a Chef Manager to lead culinary operations, plan menus, and ensure high-quality dishes. You will oversee food preparation, manage the kitchen team, and monitor wastage and costs while upholding safety standards.

The role emphasizes strong leadership, creative menu development, and close collaboration with front-of-house teams to deliver exceptional hospitality experiences. Full-time permanent position with competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• Proven experience commensurate with role.
• Excellent creative culinary skills.
• Leadership and team management abilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal relations skills.
• Proficiency in food cost management.
• Knowledge of food safety and health and safety regulations.
• Ability to adapt and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Works according to the BaxterStorey core values.

Responsibilities

• Menu Planning and Execution – create and plan menus in accordance with the style and customer preferences of the location. Oversee food preparation and presentation to ensure high-quality dishes, monitoring wastage and portion control.
• Employee Management – recruit, train, and supervise all colleagues, including chefs, cooks and front of house. Provide continual guidance, coaching, and performance feedback to kitchen team.
• Inventory and Cost Control – monitor and manage stock levels, sensible approach to ordering supplies.
• Customer Relations - Interact with customers to understand their specific catering needs and preferences and maintain an open channel of communication to address any concerns or requirements.
• Health and Safety Compliance – support the head chef to ensure adherence to health and safety regulations and food safety protocols/policies.
• Budget and Financial Management – develop and manage kitchen budgets, report on financial performance and implement any cost savings required without impacting delivery of excellence.
• Menu Development and Innovation – stay updated on culinary trends and incorporate new ideas into menus.
• Compliance and Documentation - maintain accurate records of inventory, orders, and food preparation processes and ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements.

Skills

Experience

Culinary skills

Leadership

Communication

Food cost management

Food safety

Adaptability

Values alignment

Job description

BaxterStorey in Glasgow is seeking a Chef Manager to lead culinary operations, plan menus, and ensure high-quality dishes. You will oversee food preparation, manage the kitchen team, and monitor wastage and costs while upholding safety standards.

The role emphasizes strong leadership, creative menu development, and close collaboration with front-of-house teams to deliver exceptional hospitality experiences. Full-time permanent position with competitive benefits.