Chef Manager

Benefits

Are you passionate about great food and enjoy creating simple, high-quality dishes? This is a great opportunity for a Chef Manager to run a small bistro where you can take ownership of the food and bring your ideas to life.

At this location, there is grab & go, hot & cold food offer along with coffee facilities across the floors. On average around 60 people coming through the restaurant on a daily basis.

At Baxterstorey, we support your development and value a healthy work–life balance, giving you the space to grow professionally while doing what you love.

If you are an enthusiastic Chef Manager looking for a role with independence and responsibility, we’d love to hear from you

Responsibilities

Menu Planning and Execution – create and plan menus in accordance with the style and customer preferences of the location.; Inventory and Cost Control – monitor and manage stock levels, sensible approach to ordering supplies; Customer Relations - Interact with customers to understand their specific catering needs and preferences and maintain an open channel of communication to address any concerns or requirements. Consistently seeking feedback is key to success; Health and Safety Compliance – Create an environment that has safety embedded in the culture; Budget and Financial Management – develop and manage kitchen budgets, report on financial performance and implement any cost savings required without impacting delivery of excellence; Menu Development and Innovation – stay updated on culinary trends and incorporate new ideas into menus; Compliance and Documentation - maintain accurate records of inventory, orders, and food preparation processes and ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements

Requirements

Proven experience as a Chef Manager; Previously worked within the contract catering / food service market; Excellent creative culinary skills; 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

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