Visionary Chef Manager — Lead Kitchens & Growth (Wrexham)

BaxterStorey UK; Isycoed; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 34,000; 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

Training and development

Job summary

BaxterStorey UK is seeking an experienced Chef Manager to lead a small group of locations within the JCB estate in Wrexham, United Kingdom. You will drive strategic kitchen leadership, deliver exceptional menus, and manage a two-person team in a fast-paced environment.

The role emphasizes strong financial management, health and safety, and a commitment to inclusivity with ongoing training and development opportunities. Monday to Friday work!

Qualifications

• Strong financial acumen with budget and P&L awareness.
• Proven leadership of small teams in a kitchen/food service setting.
• Strategic thinking with ability to grow and improve operations.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic direction to the kitchen and staff across multiple locations.
• Oversee day-to-day operations, resource allocation and process improvements.
• Manage financial performance, budgeting and cost control.
• Lead, motivate and develop the management team and staff.
• Ensure health and safety compliance across all operations.
• Build relationships with clients and partners to enhance reputation.
• Analyze performance data to identify growth opportunities.
• Drive change and transform operations where needed.
• Champion customer-focused service and satisfaction.
• Foster an inclusive, collaborative working environment.

Skills

Financial acumen

People management

Strategic thinking

Health & safety knowledge

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Change management

Job description

BaxterStorey UK is seeking an experienced Chef Manager to lead a small group of locations within the JCB estate in Wrexham, United Kingdom. You will drive strategic kitchen leadership, deliver exceptional menus, and manage a two-person team in a fast-paced environment.

The role emphasizes strong financial management, health and safety, and a commitment to inclusivity with ongoing training and development opportunities. Monday to Friday work!