Creative Kitchen Leader — Contract Catering (Fast-Paced)

Baxterstorey Uk; Guildford; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

BaxterStorey UK is hiring for a kitchen role in the Guildford area. The position involves preparing, cooking, and presenting meals to high standards, while ensuring safety and hygiene compliance. You will work with existing teams, manage inventories and budgets, and adapt to varying menus and locations.

Leadership and strong communication are essential to support staff and deliver exceptional service. The role requires flexibility to cover different sites and schedules, contributing to a

Qualifications

• Proven experience in culinary roles.
• Ideally background in corporate contract catering.
• 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 BaxterStorey core values.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook, and present food to high standards following recipes and guidelines.
• Maintain a clean, safe kitchen environment per health and safety regulations.
• Collaborate with kitchen teams to support daily operations and service.
• Assist in managing inventories, budgets, and action plans.
• Adapt to different kitchen environments, menus, and cooking styles.
• Support and supervise kitchen staff, fostering a positive work atmosphere.
• Ensure customer satisfaction by maintaining food quality and presentation.
• Respond flexibly to changing locations and schedules as needed.

Skills

Proven experience

Corporate catering

Culinary skills

Leadership

Communication

Food cost management

Food safety

Adaptability

Core values

Job description

BaxterStorey UK is hiring for a kitchen role in the Guildford area. The position involves preparing, cooking, and presenting meals to high standards, while ensuring safety and hygiene compliance. You will work with existing teams, manage inventories and budgets, and adapt to varying menus and locations.

Leadership and strong communication are essential to support staff and deliver exceptional service. The role requires flexibility to cover different sites and schedules, contributing to a