Executive Chef Manager: Menu, Cost Control & Team Lead

BaxterStorey; Leeds; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

28 days holiday incl. bank holidays

Birthday off

Pension and life insurance

Free meals on shift

Wellbeing hub

Cycle to work

Job summary

BaxterStorey is seeking a Chef Manager to lead an office kitchen in Leeds, coordinating 11 staff across a Monday–Friday, 40-hour week. The role focuses on creative menus, high standards, and cost-aware operations within an excellent kitchen environment.

Located at a Leeds site with on-site parking, the opportunity offers development, a supportive team, and a strong emphasis on quality hospitality and customer satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Experience as Chef Manager in a B&I environment or corporate catering is essential.
• Strong leadership and ability to manage a kitchen team.
• Excellent culinary skills and creative menu development.
• Proven track record in food cost control and budgeting.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute menus aligned to location style and client preferences.
• Lead and develop a kitchen team of 11; recruit, train, and supervise staff.
• Monitor stock, ordering, wastage, and cost controls to maintain profitability.
• Engage with customers to understand catering needs and maintain high service standards.
• Ensure health and safety compliance and proper food safety practices.

Skills

Menu planning

Leadership

Food cost management

Health & safety

Job description

BaxterStorey is seeking a Chef Manager to lead an office kitchen in Leeds, coordinating 11 staff across a Monday–Friday, 40-hour week. The role focuses on creative menus, high standards, and cost-aware operations within an excellent kitchen environment.

Located at a Leeds site with on-site parking, the opportunity offers development, a supportive team, and a strong emphasis on quality hospitality and customer satisfaction.