Culinary Lead & Menu Architect

BaxterStorey; Peterborough; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Holiday allowance

Birthday day off

Enhanced maternity leave

Carer leave

Wedding/commitment day leave

Free meals on shift

Training and development

Apprenticeships opportunities

Pension and life insurance

Discounts via HAPI app

Employee assistance programme

Cycle to work scheme

Job summary

BaxterStorey in Peterborough is seeking a Chef Manager to lead a boutique contract kitchen. You will design menus, oversee food preparation, and manage a small team with strong emphasis on quality, cost control, and customer satisfaction.

This role offers development opportunities, a focus on work-life balance, and a supportive inclusive culture within BaxterStorey’s values. The position is on-site with a Monday–Friday schedule.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Chef Manager.
• Ideally a recent background with the corporate contract catering sector
• 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, oversee food preparation and presentation, monitor wastage and portions.
• Employee Management – recruit, train, and supervise all colleagues including chefs, cooks and FOH; provide coaching and feedback.
• Inventory and Cost Control – monitor stock levels and ordering.
• Customer Relations - interact with customers to understand catering needs and preferences; seek feedback.
• Health and Safety Compliance – support head chef to ensure safety and food safety protocols.
• Budget and Financial Management – develop and manage kitchen budgets; report on financial performance.
• Menu Development and Innovation – stay updated on trends and update menus.
• Compliance and Documentation - maintain records and ensure regulatory compliance.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Food cost

Food safety

Job description

BaxterStorey in Peterborough is seeking a Chef Manager to lead a boutique contract kitchen. You will design menus, oversee food preparation, and manage a small team with strong emphasis on quality, cost control, and customer satisfaction.

This role offers development opportunities, a focus on work-life balance, and a supportive inclusive culture within BaxterStorey’s values. The position is on-site with a Monday–Friday schedule.