Culinary Manager: Lead Menus & Kitchen Excellence

Baxterstorey; Ulverston; Sur place; GBP 38 000 - 48 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

28 Days holiday including bank holiday

Birthday off

Volunteer days

Maternity leave

Carer leave

Wedding/commitment day leave

Free meals on shift

Training and development opportunities

Apprenticeships opportunities

Pension and life insurance

Discounts on HAPI app

Wellbeing hub

Employee assistance programme

Cycle to work scheme

Résumé du poste

BaxterStorey in Ulverston is seeking a Creative Chef Manager to lead a small 4‑strong kitchen team and drive fresh, high‑quality menus for a corporate catering location. This is a Monday–Friday role with opportunities to grow as the site expands.

You will oversee menu planning, food preparation, cost control, health and safety, and staff development while upholding BaxterStorey’s standards and values in a fast‑paced environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Chef Manager.
• Ideally experience in corporate contract catering.
• Excellent creative culinary skills.
• Leadership and team management abilities.
• Knowledge of food safety and health regulations.

Responsabilités

• Menu planning and execution—create and plan menus and oversee food preparation and presentation.
• Employee management—recruit, train and supervise kitchen staff and provide ongoing coaching.
• Inventory and cost control—monitor stock levels and manage ordering to control costs.
• Customer relations—understand catering needs and maintain open communication with clients.
• Health and safety compliance—ensure adherence to regulations and promote a safe kitchen culture.
• Budget and financial management—develop and manage kitchen budgets and report on performance.
• Menu development and innovation—stay updated on culinary trends and refresh menus.
• Compliance and documentation—maintain accurate records and ensure regulatory compliance.

Connaissances

Chef Manager experience

Leadership & team management

Exceptional culinary skills

Communication & interpersonal skills

Food safety knowledge

Description du poste

BaxterStorey in Ulverston is seeking a Creative Chef Manager to lead a small 4‑strong kitchen team and drive fresh, high‑quality menus for a corporate catering location. This is a Monday–Friday role with opportunities to grow as the site expands.

You will oversee menu planning, food preparation, cost control, health and safety, and staff development while upholding BaxterStorey’s standards and values in a fast‑paced environment.