Chef Manager – BaxterStorey
Location: Broughton, Chester – Salary: £30,000 per annum.
Company Description: BaxterStorey offers a culinary playground where your creativity can flourish and your talents shine. We provide inclusive growth, ongoing training, and a balance that lets you excel.
Title: Chef Manager
Benefits
* 28 days holiday including bank holidays
* Birthday off
* 3 volunteering days
* 3 days grandparent leave
* 24 weeks enhanced maternity leave
* Secondary carer leave
* Wedding/commitment day leave
* Free meals on shift
* Bespoke training and development opportunities
* Apprenticeship opportunities for all experience levels
* Pension and life insurance
* Discounts on our Perkbox app (high street shops, holidays, cinema)
* Wellbeing hub
* Access to employee assistance programme
* Cycle to work scheme
Responsibilities
* Menu planning and execution – create and plan menus matching style and customer preferences, oversee preparation and presentation, monitor wastage and portion control.
* Employee management – recruit, train, and supervise chefs, cooks, and front‑of‑house; provide ongoing coaching and performance feedback.
* Inventory and cost control – monitor and manage stock levels, adopt a sensible ordering approach.
* Customer relations – interact with customers, understand their catering needs, maintain open communication, and seek feedback.
* Health and safety compliance – support the head chef in adhering to regulations and create a safety‑embedded culture.
* Budget and financial management – develop kitchen budgets, report performance, and implement cost savings without compromising excellence.
* Menu development and innovation – keep up with culinary trends and introduce new ideas into menus.
* Compliance and documentation – maintain accurate records of inventory, orders, food preparation, and regulatory requirements.
Qualifications
* Proven experience as a Chef Manager.
* Excellent creative culinary skills.
* Leadership and team‑management abilities.
* Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
* Proficiency in food cost management.
* Knowledge of food safety and health & safety regulations.
* Ability to adapt and thrive in a fast‑paced environment.
* Alignment with BaxterStorey core values.
EEO Statement
We are proud to be an inclusive employer and welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds. We celebrate individuality and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
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