Chef Manager

Chef Manager – JCB Global Learning Centre

We’re looking for an innovative and inspiring Chef Manager to lead a small group of locations within the JCB estate.

This is a fantastic opportunity to showcase your creativity, delivering exceptional dishes in an excellent kitchen environment while leading a team of 2 talented colleagues .

We’re seeking someone who brings fresh ideas, strong organisational skills, and a passion for great food .

And the bonus? Monday to Friday working hours!

Benefits

Are you a culinary connoisseur / gastronomic genius? Do you have an insatiable passion for the culinary arts and a burning desire to create masterful dishes that delight the senses? Yes? Then this is the role for you. At BaxterStorey we offer an exceptional culinary playground where your creativity can flourish and your talents shine. We wholeheartedly believe that the best food comes from nurturing talent and empowering our chefs to continuously evolve and refine their craft, that’s why invest in you to develop your professional growth.

As a member of our team, you will be supported in an inclusive environment that encourages growth and celebrates diversity. We will invest in your development with ongoing training, to ensure that you have the skills and knowledge to thrive in your role, and we guarantee a good work-life balance, because we believe that people excel when they are given the space to take care of themselves.

If you are an inspirational and enthusiastic Chef Manager keen to make a name for yourself within the food service industry, we would love to hear from you!

We are seeking an experienced and visionary Chef Manager to lead our operations in Uttoxeter, United Kingdom. This is an exciting opportunity to take the helm of our organisation, driving strategic growth whilst maintaining operational excellence and fostering a positive, inclusive workplace culture. The successful candidate will be instrumental in achieving our business objectives, enhancing customer satisfaction, and developing our talented team.

Responsibilities

Provide strategic leadership and direction to the organisation, setting clear goals and ensuring alignment with company vision and values; Oversee all operational aspects of the business, including day-to-day management, resource allocation, and process optimisation; Manage financial performance, including budgeting, forecasting, profit and loss accountability, and cost control initiatives; Lead, motivate, and develop the management team and staff, conducting regular appraisals and fostering a culture of continuous improvement and professional development; Ensure compliance with all statutory requirements, health and safety legislation, and company policies across all operations; Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, clients, and partners to enhance the organisation's reputation and market position; Analyse business performance data and market trends to identify opportunities for innovation and growth; Implement strategic initiatives and manage change effectively to drive business transformation; Champion a customer-focused approach, ensuring service excellence and customer satisfaction at all times; Promote an inclusive, supportive, and collaborative working environment where all team members feel valued and empowered

Requirements

Strong financial acumen with demonstrated experience in P&L management, budgeting, and financial analysis; Excellent people management and leadership skills with the ability to inspire, motivate, and develop teams; Strategic thinking and business development expertise with the ability to identify growth opportunities; Comprehensive knowledge of health, safety, and compliance requirements relevant to the business sector; Outstanding communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to engage effectively at all levels; Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities with a decisive, results-oriented approach; Experience in change management and implementing operational improvements; Proficiency in performance management and staff appraisal processes

Benefits

28 Days holiday including bank holidays; Plus your birthday off; 3 volunteering days; 3 days grandparent leave; 24 week’s enhanced maternity leave; Secondary carer leave; Wedding/commitment day leave; Free meals on shift; Bespoke training and development opportunities; Apprenticeships opportunities for all experience levels; Pension and life insurance; Discounts available on our Perkbox app, high street shops, holidays & cinema; Wellbeing hub; Access to employee assistance programme; Cycle to work scheme