Floating Chef Manager

Kids for the Future; Manchester (NH); On-site; USD 58,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) with Company Match

Supplemental Health Benefits

Slip‑Resistant Shoes

Job summary

Cafe Services, Inc. in Manchester, NH seeks an experienced Floating Chef Manager to lead daily café operations across multiple locations. You’ll ensure high‑quality food, consistent service, and a positive team culture on a rotating basis.

The role emphasizes hands‑on culinary leadership with travel within a set region, and no late nights or weekends. ServSafe certification preferred; healthcare/higher‑ed or corporate dining experience valued.

Qualifications

• Strong background in culinary leadership (Chef, Sous Chef, Kitchen Manager, or similar).
• Experience in corporate dining, healthcare, higher Ed, hospitality, or restaurant management preferred.
• Passion for team development and a positive, encouraging leadership style.
• Ability to balance hands-on cooking with administrative and leadership responsibilities.
• ServSafe certification (or willingness to obtain).

Responsibilities

• Lead and support cafe teams across multiple client locations, stepping in where coverage or transition support is needed.
• Maintain consistency in food quality, service standards, and guest experience across sites.
• Train, mentor, and motivate team members to foster a positive and service‑driven culture.
• Plan menus, develop specials, and ensure fresh, appealing, high‑quality food offerings.
• Manage food cost, production planning, ordering, inventory, and vendor relationships at each assigned location.
• Ensure compliance with all food safety, sanitation, and workplace safety standards.
• Build strong relationships with clients, guests, and team members.
• Ensure smooth day‑to‑day café operations, guest experience, and brand standards.

Skills

Culinary leadership

Team development

Corporate dining

Operations management

Staff training

Food safety

Job description

• Location Cafe Services, Inc.,Manchester, NH, 03109,United States
• Base Pay $58,000.00 - $62,000.00 / Year
• Job Category Culinary Management, Chef Manager, Corporate Dining
• Employee Type FT Exempt
• Manage Others Yes

• Name Cafe Services Talent Acquisition Team
• Phone [phone]

Floating Chef Manager – Corporate Dining (Full-Time, Exempt)

Location: Manchester, NH area
Schedule: Monday–Friday | Early Mornings/Afternoons | No Nights or Weekends

About the Role

We’re looking for an experienced and adaptable Floating Chef Manager to support multiple cafes across corporate dining locations. In this role, you’ll step in to lead daily café operations where needed – ensuring seamless service, high-quality food, and a positive team culture across sites.

This position is ideal for a hands‑on culinary leader who enjoys variety, teamwork, and travel within a set region – all while maintaining work‑life balance with no late nights or weekends.

What You’ll Do

• Lead and support cafe teams across multiple client locations, stepping in where coverage or transition support is needed
• Maintain consistency in food quality, service standards, and guest experience across sites
• Train, mentor, and motivate team members to foster a positive and service‑driven culture
• Plan menus, develop specials, and ensure fresh, appealing, high‑quality food offerings
• Manage food cost, production planning, ordering, inventory, and vendor relationships at each assigned location
• Ensure compliance with all food safety, sanitation, and workplace safety standards
• Build strong relationships with clients, guests, and team members
• Ensure smooth day‑to‑day café operations, guest experience, and brand standards

What We’re Looking For

• Strong background in culinary leadership (Chef, Sous Chef, Kitchen Manager, or similar)
• Experience in corporate dining, healthcare, higher Ed, hospitality, or restaurant management preferred
• Passion for team development and a positive, encouraging leadership style
• Ability to balance hands‑on cooking with administrative and leadership responsibilities
• ServSafe certification (or willingness to obtain)

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• No late nights or weekends — enjoy your evenings & personal time
• Supportive, team‑centered work environment
• Opportunity to use creativity in menu planning and seasonal offerings
• Competitive salary, benefits, and growth opportunities, including:
  • Paid Time Off
  • Medical, Dental, Vision
  • 401(k) with Company Match
  • Supplemental Health Benefits
  • Slip‑Resistant Shoe Discount

If you’re a hospitality‑minded chef leader who thrives on building relationships and creating memorable dining experiences, we’d love to meet you.

Keywords: Floating Chef Manager, Chef Manager, Executive Chef, Sous Chef, Kitchen Manager, Corporate Dining, Business Dining, On‑Site Café, Hospitality Leadership, Monday–Friday, Day Shift, No Nights or Weekends, Culinary Management, Team Leadership

Requirements

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