Group Culinary Lead: Menu Innovation & Team Leadership

WSH Group; Greater London; On-site; GBP 68,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

28 Days holiday inclusive of bank and

Birthday holiday

Volunteer days (3)

Grandparent leave (3 days)

24 weeks maternity leave

Pension and life insurance

Free meals on shift

Wellbeing hub

Cycle to work

Job summary

BaxterStorey in London leads a multinational food service operation, seeking a Group Culinary Lead to shape food culture, menus, and guest experiences. You will manage kitchen operations, mentor chefs and partner with clients to ensure exceptional quality and consistency across outlets.

The role calls for strong leadership, strategic thinking, and a passion for culinary excellence, with travel across sites and a focus on safe, sustainable practices. Competitive package included.

Qualifications

• Previous experience commensurate with role.
• Passion for food and customer service.
• Experience training and supporting a team.
• Financially astute with budgeting and driving commercial performance.
• Excellent delegation and influencing skills.
• Ability to prioritize multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Meticulous organisational abilities and high attention to detail.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Excellent strategic thinking and critical reasoning skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead, inspire, collaborate and support direct reports to deliver consistently exceptional standards.
• Build positive, credible and collaborative relationships with clients and key stakeholders.
• Mentor, train, recognize and empower your team.
• Create a culture of excellence with focus on service, food standards and innovation.
• Achieve KPI's including Health and Safety, Sustainability, Financial and Governance.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Budgeting

Strategic thinking

Communication

Food knowledge

Problem solving

Job description

BaxterStorey in London leads a multinational food service operation, seeking a Group Culinary Lead to shape food culture, menus, and guest experiences. You will manage kitchen operations, mentor chefs and partner with clients to ensure exceptional quality and consistency across outlets.

The role calls for strong leadership, strategic thinking, and a passion for culinary excellence, with travel across sites and a focus on safe, sustainable practices. Competitive package included.