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Catering ManagerCompany: BaxterStorey UKFind out if this opportunity is a good fit by reading all of the information that follows below.Location: Newcastle upon Tyne, England, NE1, United KingdomJob Type: Up to 32,000Job DescriptionTitle: Catering ManagerLocation: Newcastle City CentreSalary: 32,000 per annumManaging a Team of 6 to provide a breakfast, lunch and evening service including Hospitality when required over 7 days with a flexible approach to meet the needs of the Business.Benefits:28 Days holiday including bank holidaysPlus your birthday off3 volunteering days3 days grandparent leave24 weeks enhanced maternity leaveSecondary carer leaveWedding/commitment day leaveFree meals on shiftBespoke training and development opportunitiesApprenticeships opportunities for all experience levelsPension and life insuranceDiscounts available on our HAPI app; high street shops, holidays & cinemaWellbeing hubAccess to employee assistance programmeCycle to work schemeAre you a culinary connoisseur and gastronomic genius? Do you have an insatiable passion for the culinary arts and a burning desire to create masterful dishes that delight the senses? If yes, then this is the role for you. At BaxterStorey, we offer an exceptional culinary playground where your creativity can flourish and your talents shine. We wholeheartedly believe that the best food comes from nurturing talent and empowering our chefs to continuously evolve and refine their craft. Thats why we invest in you to develop your professional growth.As a member of our team, you will be supported in an inclusive environment that encourages growth and celebrates diversity. We will invest in your development with ongoing training, to ensure that you have the skills and knowledge to thrive in your role, and we guarantee a good work-life balance, because we believe that people excel when they are given the space to take care of themselves.If you are a passionate Chef Manager keen to make a name for yourself within the food service industry, we would love to hear from you!Job ResponsibilitiesMenu Planning and Execution: create and plan menus in accordance with the style and customer preferences of the location. Oversee food preparation and presentation to ensure high-quality dishes, monitoring wastage and portion control.Employee Management: recruit, train, and supervise all colleagues, including chefs, cooks and front of house. Provide continual guidance, coaching, and performance feedback to kitchen team.Inventory and Cost Control: monitor and manage stock levels, sensible approach to ordering supplies.Customer Relations: Interact with customers to understand their specific catering needs and preferences and maintain an open channel of communication to address any concerns or requirements. Consistently seeking feedback is key to success.Health and Safety Compliance: support the head chef to ensure adherence to health and safety regulations and food safety protocols/policies. Create an environment that has safety embedded in the culture.Budget and Financial Management: develop and manage kitchen budgets, report on financial performance and implement any cost savings required without impacting delivery of excellence.Menu Development and Innovation: stay updated on culinary trends and incorporate new ideas into menus.Compliance and Documentation: maintain accurate records of inventory, orders, and food preparation processes and ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements.QualificationsProven experience as a Chef Manager.Ideally a recent background with the corporate contract catering sector.Excellent creative culinary skills.Leadership and team management abilities.Excellent communication and interpersonal relations skills.Proficiency in food cost management.Knowledge of food safety and health and safety regulations.Ability to adapt and work in a fast-paced environment.Works according to the BaxterStorey core values.Interested? Even if you dont meet all requirements, wed like to hear from you. If you are motivated and hungry to learn, we can work together to develop your potential.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.BaxterStorey is committed to encouraging equity, diversity, and inclusion (ED&I) among our workforce and aim for our workforce to be truly representative of all sections of society, and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best.Join us and bring your unique perspective to our team.#J-18808-Ljbffr