Chef Manager

Chef ManagerHouston and Hawkes Stevenage (SG1) £41,000 per annum Monday to FridayA fantastic opportunity for a hands-on Chef Manager to lead a small, high-quality café operation in Stevenage.Based within a professional client environment, this is a beautifully run site offering freshly made sandwiches, daily bistro-style dishes, hospitality catering, baking and barista coffee. It''s a role where quality, consistency and a personal touch make all the difference.Houston and Hawkes are looking for someone who enjoys being fully involved - from preparing food and supporting service to leading a small team and ensuring the site runs smoothly day to day.This is an ideal opportunity for a chef who values autonomy, creativity and a strong work-life balance within a Monday to Friday structure.THE ROLE- Leading a small café and hospitality operation with full ownership of standards- Preparing fresh, high-quality food including sandwiches, daily bistro dishes and baking- Supporting hospitality requests and client catering needs- Overseeing barista service and supporting the coffee bar when required- Managing stock, ordering and day-to-day kitchen operations- Monitoring food quality, consistency and presentation- Maintaining excellent hygiene, food safety and compliance standards- Supporting and developing a small, close-knit teamABOUT YOU- Experience managing a café, kitchen or small food operation- Confident leading a small team in a hands-on environment- Passion for fresh food, ..... full job details .....