Chef Manager - Birmingham Company Description Job Title: Chef Manager Location: Birmingham Contract Type: Fixed Term Contract Salary: 30,000pa Why Join us? 28 days holiday (including bank holidays) 3 volunteering days to give back to causes you care about 3 days grandparent leave for those special family moments 24 weeks enhanced maternity leave Bespoke training & development opportunities Pension & life insurance Discounts on high street brands, cinema & holidays via the Perkbox App Wellbeing hub & access to employee assistance programme Free meals while at work Career development & HIT Apprenticeships for all experience levels As the Chef Manager you will be responsible for overseeing the preparation and delivery of meals for both the prep school and nursery. You will lead a small, dedicated team and ensure the highest standards of food quality, hygiene, and service are maintained. This role offers the opportunity to manage and nurture a small team while contributing to the well-being of students and staff. If you're passionate about food and leading a team in a school environment, this could be the perfect fit for you! Job Description Oversee food preparation and meal service for the prep school and nursery Lead and manage a small team of 4-6 staff Ensure high standards of food quality, hygiene, and health and safety are maintained Plan and develop menus that meet the needs of students and staff Manage stock control and order supplies as needed Control food budgets and ensure cost-effective operations Ensure meals are nutritious, balanced, and cater to dietary requirements Monitor and maintain kitchen cleanliness and organization Maintain a positive, collaborative working environment within the kitchen team 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 Additional Information We pride ourselves on: People first We're a company of individuals, united in doing our best for our clients. Great food, always Using only the best ingredients, our food is fresh, authentic and tailored to each school, age group, and specific needs and preferences. Food education We educate pupils through food, encouraging them to understand and develop their own personal tastes and make informed food choices. Respect in everything we do Our respectful codes of conduct inform how we behave towards our clients and customers, suppliers and business partners, and each other. Fresh thinking New ideas for food, service and ways of working help us maintain our position as creative leaders in school catering. In order to be considered for this role you must be able to demonstrate that you have the Right to Work in the UK. Holroyd Howe is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all employees to share this commitment. All roles within Holroyd Howe involve regulated activity. It is a criminal offence for individuals barred from working with children to apply for such roles. An Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, including a Barred List check will be required for all successful applicants. Shortlisted applicants will be asked to provide information about relevant criminal offences and will be subject to an online search of publicly available information. This search helps identify any issues that may affect suitability to work with children. This appointment is offered on the return of satisfactory professional references