Night Chef Supervisor - Lead & Optimize Kitchen Ops

BaxterStorey UK; Runcorn; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

BaxterStorey UK in Runcorn, United Kingdom, seeks an experienced Night Chef Supervisor to lead our culinary operations during the night shift. You will oversee kitchen staff, uphold food quality and safety, manage inventories, and coordinate with day teams to ensure smooth service.

Shifts are 21:30–05:00; 3–5 years in a senior kitchen role and strong leadership are essential for this role.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Chef or in a senior kitchen position with at least 3-5 years of culinary expertise.
• Demonstrated supervisory or team leadership experience in a kitchen or food service environment
• Strong knowledge of food safety standards, hygiene regulations, and health and safety compliance
• Proficiency in food preparation techniques, cooking methods, and culinary best practices
• Excellent organizational and time management skills with the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to lead and motivate a diverse team
• Proficiency in inventory management and food costing principles
• Problem-solving abilities and decisiveness in handling operational challenges
• Familiarity with kitchen management systems and equipment
• Ability to work flexible hours, including night shifts, weekends, and holidays
• Food Hygiene Certificate or equivalent food safety certification (preferred)
• Experience managing night shift kitchen operations (preferred)
• Knowledge of budgeting and cost control in food service operations (preferred)

Responsibilities

• Supervise night shift kitchen staff, guiding and training for high standards.
• Oversee all food preparation to maintain quality and presentation.
• Ensure strict adherence to food safety, hygiene, and health regulations.
• Manage inventory, monitor stock levels, and coordinate with suppliers.
• Analyze operations to identify process improvements and efficiency gains.
• Prepare kitchen for service and ensure equipment and stations are stocked.
• Handle customer complaints or special requests with professionalism.
• Maintain records of food preparation, inventory usage, and staff performance.
• Communicate with day shift management about issues and needs.
• Ensure compliance with company policies during night shifts.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Leadership

Food safety standards

Stock management

Food costing

Kitchen operations

Night shift experience

Hygiene regulations

Communication skills

Problem solving

Kitchen management systems

Job description

BaxterStorey UK in Runcorn, United Kingdom, seeks an experienced Night Chef Supervisor to lead our culinary operations during the night shift. You will oversee kitchen staff, uphold food quality and safety, manage inventories, and coordinate with day teams to ensure smooth service.

Shifts are 21:30–05:00; 3–5 years in a senior kitchen role and strong leadership are essential for this role.