Location
London - Cannon Street (Overseeing 1 Site in Surrey)

Hours
Monday to Friday

Salary
£62,000 - £65,000

About the Role
Are you a culinary connoisseur and gastronomic genius with an insatiable passion for the culinary arts? 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, alongside a strong commitment to work-life balance because we believe people excel when they can take care of themselves.

In this role, you will manage the smooth and efficient operation of the kitchen across multiple outlets, maintaining the company’s reputation for food quality at all times. You will organise the planning, preparation, cooking, and presentation of food to the standards required by the company and client. You will ensure supplies are correctly issued, used, and accounted for, carrying out stock takes and food rotation procedures.

You will set objectives and be responsible for the day-to-day running of the kitchens, including supervising recruitment and selection. Assessing employee performance, recognising training needs and potential will also be part of your role. Staying updated on current food trends and ingredients is essential.

Financial control is key; you will control and achieve agreed financial targets while maximising commercial opportunities and communicating these with your team. Ensuring compliance with statutory and company requirements regarding Health and Safety, Food Safety, and environmental legislation is mandatory.

Benefits
28 days holiday including bank holidays plus your birthday off
3 volunteering days
3 days grandparent leave
24 weeks enhanced maternity leave
Secondary carer leave
Wedding/commitment day leave
Free meals on shift
Bespoke training and development opportunities
Apprenticeship opportunities for all experience levels
Pension and life insurance
Discounts available on Perkbox app including high street shops, holidays & cinema
Wellbeing hub
Access to employee assistance programme
Cycle to work scheme

Experience
Proven experience within a demanding kitchen at the relevant level.
Ability to negotiate and build relationships with suppliers.

About you
Passionate about food provenance and quality.
Team player who understands that being a great chef involves collaboration and relationship building.
Motivated, creative, and eager to learn and grow within the food service industry.

Qualifications
Intermediate Food Hygiene Certificate or above.