Chef Manager

Company Information

BaxterStorey - Chef Manager - Pontprennau.

Salary: £33,000 per annum.

Benefits

• Free meals on site
• On site parking
• 28 days holiday including bank holidays
• Birthday off
• 3 volunteering days
• 3 days grandparent leave
• 24 week enhanced maternity leave
• Secondary carer leave
• Wedding/commitment day leave
• Bespoke training and development opportunities
• Apprenticeship opportunities
• Pension and life insurance
• Discounts through Perkbox
• Wellbeing hub and employee assistance programme
• Cycle to work scheme

Job Overview

As Chef Manager, you will lead menu planning, food preparation, staff management, cost control and ensure high standards of quality, safety and service.

Key Responsibilities

• Create and plan menus in accordance with style and customer preferences.
• Oversee food preparation and presentation to ensure high quality dishes, managing wastage and portion control.
• Recruit, train and supervise kitchen and front of house staff.
• Provide coaching, guidance and performance feedback to the kitchen team.
• Monitor and manage stock levels, ordering supplies efficiently.
• Interact with customers to understand catering needs and maintain open communication.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations and food safety protocols.
• Develop and manage kitchen budgets, report on financial performance and implement cost savings.
• Stay updated on culinary trends and incorporate new ideas into menus.
• Maintain accurate inventory, orders, and food preparation records, ensuring regulatory compliance.

Qualifications & Experience

• Proven experience as a Chef Manager.
• Excellent creative culinary skills.
• Strong leadership and team management abilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in food cost management.
• Knowledge of food safety and health & safety regulations.
• Ability to adapt and work in a fast paced environment.
• Works according to BaxterStorey core values.

We value diversity

BaxterStorey is committed to encouraging equity, diversity, and inclusion (ED&I). We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, and our workforce aims to be truly representative of society.

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