Kitchen Manager Cookham Dean at BaxterStorey

Maidenhead, England, United Kingdom -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

18 Apr, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

18 Jan, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Kitchen Management, Food Preparation, Hygiene Standards, Menu Development, Inventory Management, Food Safety Regulations, Cost Control, Team Management, Culinary Expertise, Communication Skills, Interpersonal Skills, Decision Making, British Cuisine, Kitchen Management Software, Microsoft Office

Industry

Food and Beverage Services

Description

Company Description Caterlink is the education sector catering specialist. For over 20 years, the Company has delivered fresh food solutions to pupils and staff at Primary Schools, Secondary Schools and Colleges across the UK. The company caters more than 1,000,000 meals a week. Our “Fresh Food Policy” is the foundation of our success and growth in the market coupled with a desire to truly deliver on the promises we make to our clients and support our site-based teams. Job Description We are seeking a talented and experienced Kitchen Manager to join our team in Cookham, United Kingdom. As the Kitchen Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of our kitchen operations, ensuring high-quality food preparation, and maintaining excellent standards of hygiene and efficiency. Lead and manage the kitchen team, fostering a positive and productive work environment Develop and implement innovative menu items, considering local food trends and seasonal ingredients Oversee inventory management, including ordering supplies and managing stock levels Ensure compliance with food safety regulations and maintain the highest standards of cleanliness and sanitation Manage kitchen budgets, control costs, and optimize profitability Train and mentor kitchen staff to enhance their skills and maintain consistent food quality Collaborate with front-of-house staff to ensure seamless service and customer satisfaction Handle administrative tasks such as scheduling, payroll, and performance evaluations Qualifications Proven experience (3-5 years minimum) in kitchen management or as a head chef Culinary degree or equivalent culinary training Current Food Safety Certification (e.g., ServSafe) Strong leadership and team management skills Excellent culinary expertise and knowledge of menu planning and development Proficiency in inventory management and cost control Solid understanding of food safety regulations and best practices Strong communication and interpersonal skills Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and make quick, effective decisions Familiarity with British cuisine and local food trends Proficiency in using kitchen management software and Microsoft Office suite Additional Information There are many advantages to working for us including: Career development opportunities HIT Apprenticeships for all experience levels Work/life balance – term-time only and no weekends! Employee Discount Platform for savings at supermarkets, cinema, restaurants and many more! Employee Assistance Program Pension scheme Compensation: GBP0 - GBP0 - monthly

Responsibilities

The Kitchen Manager will oversee all aspects of kitchen operations, ensuring high-quality food preparation and maintaining hygiene standards. They will lead the kitchen team, manage inventory, and ensure compliance with food safety regulations.