Chef Manager: Lead Creative Menus & Team Excellence

BaxterStorey; Cork (PA); On-site; USD 46,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension and life insurance

Perxbox app discounts (high street,hol

Cycle to work scheme

Employee assistance programme

Training and development opportunities

Apprenticeships opportunities for all

Job summary

BaxterStorey is seeking an inspirational Chef Manager in Ireland to lead menu planning, kitchen operations, and cost control while delivering exceptional service to clients across corporate catering environments.

You will manage a team of chefs and front-of-house staff, ensuring high standards, compliance with food safety, and budget adherence in a fast-paced setting. This role emphasizes leadership, culinary excellence, and a commitment to BaxterStorey values.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Chef Manager.
• Ideally a recent background with the corporate contract catering sector.
• Excellent creative culinary skills.
• Leadership and team management abilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal relations skills.
• Proficiency in food cost management.
• Knowledge of food safety and health and safety regulations.
• Ability to adapt and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Works according to the Baxterstorey core values.
• Computer skills are a must.
• Must currently be in Ireland.

Responsibilities

• Menu Planning and Execution – create and plan menus; oversee food preparation and presentation; monitor wastage and portion control.
• Employee Management – recruit, train, supervise colleagues; provide coaching and performance feedback to kitchen team.
• Inventory and Cost Control – monitor stock levels and manage purchasing sensibly.
• Customer Relations – interact with customers to understand catering needs and maintain open communication.
• Health and Safety Compliance – support head chef to ensure compliance with regulations and safety protocols.
• Budget and Financial Management – develop and manage kitchen budgets; report on financial performance and implement cost savings.
• Menu Development and Innovation – stay updated on culinary trends and incorporate ideas into menus.
• Compliance and Documentation – maintain records and ensure regulatory compliance.

Skills

Proven experience as a Chef Manager

Leadership and team management

Excellent communication and Interpers.

Food cost management

Food safety knowledge

Adaptability in fast-paced env

Computer skills

Education

Corporate contract catering background

Tools

Computer skills

Job description

BaxterStorey is seeking an inspirational Chef Manager in Ireland to lead menu planning, kitchen operations, and cost control while delivering exceptional service to clients across corporate catering environments.

You will manage a team of chefs and front-of-house staff, ensuring high standards, compliance with food safety, and budget adherence in a fast-paced setting. This role emphasizes leadership, culinary excellence, and a commitment to BaxterStorey values.