Chef Manager

Company Description

Title: Chef ManagerLocation: BridgwaterSalary: Up to £38,000The site is a 7 day operation so some weekendsBenefits:28 Days holiday including bank holidaysPlus your birthday off3 volunteering days3 days grandparent leave24 weeks enhanced maternity leaveSecondary carer leaveWedding/commitment day leaveFree meals on shiftBespoke training and development opportunitiesApprenticeships opportunities for all experience levelsPension and life insuranceDiscounts available on our Perkbox app; high street shops, holidays and cinemaWellbeing hubAccess to employee assistance programmeCycle to work schemeAre 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, thats 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!

Job Description

Menu Planning and Execution

create and plan menus in accordance with the style and customer preferences of the location. Oversee food preparation and presentation to ensure high-quality dishes, monitoring wastage and portion controlEmployee Management

r ecruit, train, and supervise all colleagues, including chefs, cooks and front of house. Provide continual guidance, coaching, and performance feedback to kitchen team.Inventory and Cost Control

monitor and manage stock levels, sensible approach to ordering suppliesCustomer 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 successHealth and Safety Compliance

support the head chef to ensure adherence to health and safety regulations and food safety protocols/policies. Create an environment that has safety embedded in the cultureBudget and Financial Management

develop and manage kitchen budgets, report on financial performance and implement any cost savings required without impacting delivery of excellenceMenu Development and Innovation

stay updated on culinary trends and incorporate new ideas into menusCompliance and Documentation -

maintain accurate records of inventory, orders, and food preparation processes and ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements

Qualifications

Proven experience commensurate with role.Excellent creative culinary skillsLeadership and team management abilitiesExcellent communication and interpersonal relations skillsProficiency in food cost managementKnowledge of food safety and health and safety regulationsAbility to adapt and work in a fast-paced environmentWorks according to the BaxterStorey core values

Additional Information

For almost 20 years, for every client, in every location (whether thats an office, stadium, cathedral or university), we have created beautiful spaces, exciting menus and friendly teams, so that each and every customer can have the hospitality experience they deserve.We need the brightest and the best to join us to make this all possible. We will support you to create your hospitality legacy and build a career that you are proud of.Our drive and belief in our people, means that we always strive to supercharge our teams careers. Better is a daily habit that sits deep within our DNA, meaning learning will be front and centre of your experience working with us.Join us, and be part of the food revolution!BaxterStorey Values:ALWAYS VISIONARYWe strive for better, we never settle, never compromise, never follow. We lead the way, blazing our own trail.WHOLEHEARTEDLY POSITIVEWe are up-beat, motivating and inspiring. Our love for what we do radiates through our food, and is amplified by our people.CREATIVELY COLLABORATIVEWe embrace our differences to push creativity and we work together to be better.FOREVER CONSCIOUSWe work together as a team to lead by example, protecting the planet and supporting local communities.Interested? Even if you dont meet all requirements, wed like to hear from you. If you are motivated and hungry to learn, we can work together to develop your potential.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. We encourage applications from people of all ages, abilities, gender identities, sexual orientations, races, religions, and socio-economic backgrounds.BaxterStorey is committed to encouraging equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDandI) among our workforce and aim for our workforce to be truly representative of all sections of society, and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To support our commitment to this we have set ourselves an ambition to set the standard and to be recognised for having the most inclusive culture in hospitality.Join us and bring your unique perspective to our ..... full job details .....