Job Description
Chef Manager
Location: Newbury
Salary: £40,000 per annum
Shift Pattern: Monday–Friday
Houston & Hawkes are seeking a talented and experienced Chef Manager to lead both front-of-house and back-of-house operations at our Newbury site. This is a key leadership role, ideal for a well-rounded hospitality professional who is equally confident in the kitchen and delivering a premium customer experience.
You will be responsible for driving standards across food, service and operations, ensuring a consistently high-quality offering within a professional and client-facing environment.
Key Responsibilities:
* Leading and managing both kitchen and front-of-house operations
* Preparing and delivering fresh, high-quality food using seasonal ingredients
* Overseeing service and ensuring a seamless customer experience
* Managing stock, ordering and food cost control
* Leading, developing and motivating your team
* Ensuring compliance with food safety, hygiene and health & safety standards
* Building strong relationships with clients and customers
* Driving consistency, standards and overall site performance
What We’re Looking For:
* Previous experience as a Chef Manager or similar leadership role
* Strong culinary skills with a passion for fresh, high-quality food
* Experience managing both front-of-house and back-of-house operations
* Confident leadership and excellent communication skills
* Strong organisational and commercial awareness
* A hands-on, proactive and professional approach
Additional Benefits:
* Free meals at work
* Contributory pension scheme
* Free access to the Employee Assistance Programme
* Life assurance at two times salary
* Annual company Christmas and summer parties
* Uniform provided
* 23 days holiday plus statutory bank holidays
* Recognition schemes and people awards
* Family-friendly support, including enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave
* Day off on your birthday
* Referral bonuses
* Ongoing training and development opportunities
Who We Are:
Houston & Hawkes is a young and dynamic independent caterer based in the South East. We are proud to be an award-winning company, recognised as one of the best companies to work for in hospitality, and a certified B Corp company. We create memorable experiences through vibrant, creative and sustainable food, while investing in and supporting our talented teams.