Creative Kitchen Manager & Menu Innovator

BaxterStorey UK; City of Westminster; On-site; GBP 47,000 - 57,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

28 Days holiday including bank hols

Birthday off

Volunteering days

Grandparent leave

Enhanced maternity leave 24 weeks

Pension and life insurance

Perkbox discounts

Job summary

BaxterStorey UK is seeking a Chef Manager in London to lead the kitchen team, own the food offer, and create exciting dishes that keep customers coming back. You will drive menu development, maintain high standards of food safety, and mentor staff while delivering exceptional catering experiences.

Join a creative, supportive environment where development is valued and opportunities to grow are available through ongoing training and development initiatives.

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.

Responsibilities

• Menu Planning and Execution - create and plan menus in accordance with the location style and customer preferences; oversee food preparation and presentation to ensure high-quality dishes, monitor wastage and portion control.
• Employee Management - recruit, train, and supervise all colleagues, including chefs, cooks and front of house; provide guidance, coaching and performance feedback.
• Inventory and Cost Control - monitor and manage stock levels and ordering.
• Customer Relations - interact with customers to understand catering needs and address concerns.
• Health and Safety Compliance - support head chef to ensure adherence to regulations and food safety protocols.
• Budget and Financial Management - develop and manage kitchen budgets and identify cost savings.
• Menu Development and Innovation - stay updated on culinary trends and incorporate new ideas.
• Compliance and Documentation - maintain accurate records and ensure regulatory compliance.

Skills

Creative culinary skills

Leadership

Team management

Excellent communication

Food cost management

Job description

BaxterStorey UK is seeking a Chef Manager in London to lead the kitchen team, own the food offer, and create exciting dishes that keep customers coming back. You will drive menu development, maintain high standards of food safety, and mentor staff while delivering exceptional catering experiences.

Join a creative, supportive environment where development is valued and opportunities to grow are available through ongoing training and development initiatives.