Location
Battersea, London

Hours
Full Time (hours not specified)

Salary
£37,000 per annum plus bonus

About the Role
A unique Chef Manager position to work at the Royal College of Art, Battersea Campus. Are you a culinary connoisseur with an insatiable passion for the culinary arts and a burning desire to create masterful dishes that delight the senses? At BaxterStorey, we offer an exceptional culinary playground where your creativity can flourish and your talents shine. We believe the best food comes from nurturing talent and empowering our chefs to continuously evolve and refine their craft, which is why we invest in your professional growth.

As a member of our team, you will be supported in an inclusive environment that encourages growth and celebrates diversity. We provide ongoing training to ensure you have the skills and knowledge to thrive in your role, alongside a good work-life balance because we believe people excel when they can 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!

Key Responsibilities
Deliver high standards within all areas of the location including food, health & safety, and customer service. Work with the General Manager to ensure the location achieves financial targets agreed with the client in line with the budget. Monitor staff performance, carry out appraisals, and identify training needs and potential. Hold regular team meetings to communicate targets, standards, and company/client information. Ensure customers receive prompt and efficient service, consistently exceeding their food service and value expectations. Conduct Food Safety and Health and Safety Risk Assessments, ensuring all hygiene and safety standards and procedures are maintained.

About BaxterStorey
For almost 20 years, we have created beautiful spaces, exciting menus, and friendly teams for every client and location, whether offices, stadiums, cathedrals, or universities. We need the brightest and best to join us to make this possible. We support you to create your hospitality legacy and build a career you are proud of. Our drive and belief in our people means we strive to supercharge careers, with learning front and centre of your experience.

Join us and be part of the food revolution!

BaxterStorey Values
ALWAYS VISIONARY
We strive for better, never settle, never compromise, never follow. We lead the way, blazing our own trail.
WHOLEHEARTEDLY POSITIVE
We are upbeat, motivating, and inspiring. Our love for what we do radiates through our food and is amplified by our people.
CREATIVELY COLLABORATIVE
We embrace our differences to push creativity and work together to be better.
FOREVER CONSCIOUS
We work as a team to lead by example, protecting the planet and supporting local communities.

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. Our ambition is to set the standard and be recognised for having the most inclusive culture in hospitality. Join us and bring your unique perspective to our team.

Experience
Proven experience as a Chef Manager or senior chef seeking a new challenge managing a team. Preferably with a recent background in the food service or contract catering sector. Strong supervisory experience with financial and commercial acumen.

About you
You have a passion for working with the freshest and best ingredients and thrive being close to your kitchen. You are able to work effectively within a team, manage costs, negotiate and build relationships with suppliers, and ensure compliance with standards. You demonstrate an analytical approach to problem solving and a genuine passion for food and customer service.

Qualifications
Relevant experience in a similar role is essential. Formal qualifications are not explicitly stated but ongoing training and development will be provided to support your growth.