Chef Manager / Cook
Shrewsbury
Salary up to £30,000
Daytime hours
This is not your average Chef Manager role. This is an opportunity to lead a café in a truly stunning location, offering a fresh and exciting challenge for an experienced professional.
We are looking for a hands-on Chef Manager who is passionate about food, skilled in baking, and ready to take ownership of a café and catering operation. If you thrive in a dynamic environment and enjoy delivering exceptional food and service, this could be the perfect fit.
What Makes This Role Different?
* A unique and picturesque setting that makes every day inspiring.
* A balance of daytime hours with occasional evening events.
* The autonomy to develop menus, introduce new ideas, and build strong relationships with local suppliers.
* A leadership role that allows you to shape and grow the catering operation.
What You'll Be Doing:
* Overseeing the daily operation of the café and catering services.
* Developing seasonal menus that appeal to a broad audience.
* Driving revenue through events, private bookings, and innovative food offerings.
* Managing budgets, staffing costs, and stock control to maintain profitability.
* Leading and mentoring a dedicated team, ensuring excellent customer service.
* Ensuring compliance with food safety, hygiene, and licensing regulations.
* Managing customer feedback and contributing to the venue's social media presence.
What You Need to Succeed:
* At least three years' experience as a Cook or Chef Manager.
* Ideally NVQ Level 2 in Professional Cookery or equivalent.
* Experience in visitor attraction catering or a similar fast-paced food environment.
* Advanced Food Hygiene & Safety certification.
* Personal Liquor Licence holder (desirable).
* Strong leadership, budgeting, and commercial skills.
* Excellent communication, organisation, and problem-solving abilities.
* Comfortable using EPOS systems and general IT skills.
Why Apply?
This is a fantastic opportunity to take the lead in a thriving café and catering operation, with the freedom to innovate and build something special. Competitive salary, career growth opportunities, and a role that offers creativity, leadership, and variety.
If this sounds like the challenge you've been looking for, apply now because this isn't your average Chef Manager role!
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