Catering Manager / Cook
Shrewsbury
Salary up to £30,000
Daytime hours
Are you an experienced Cook/Chef Manager looking for an exciting challenge? We are seeking a hands-on Chef Manager to lead our clients café and catering services in Shrewsbury. The ideal candidate will have proven craft and management skills, a real passion for food and baking with previous experience in a similar catering environment.
Role Overview:
You will oversee daily café operations, catering for events (e.g., parties, meetings), and lead a dedicated team. This role involves menu development, cost control, staff management, and ensuring exceptional customer service.
Key Responsibilities:
* Develop and manage the catering offer to meet customer needs.
* Maximise income by identifying new opportunities.
* Maintain target gross profit margin and control staffing costs.
* Source and build relationships with local suppliers.
* Implement stock control and monitor costs.
* Create staff rotas and ensure adequate coverage.
* Oversee food safety, hygiene, and compliance with regulations.
* Use EPOS systems for accurate financial tracking.
* Manage customer feedback and social media presence.
* Act as the nominated person for alcohol sales.
Requirements:
* 3+ years of experience as a Cook/Chef Manager. (Ideally qualified to NVQ level 2 in Professional Cookery or equivalent)
* Experience in visitor attraction catering
* Advanced Food Hygiene & Safety certification.
* Personal Liquor Licence holder (desirable: Health & Safety, First Aid).
* Strong commercial awareness, budgeting, and leadership skills.
* Excellent communication, organisation, and problem-solving abilities.
* Proficiency in EPOS and general computer skills.
Why Join Us?
* Lead and grow a thriving catering operation.
* Competitive salary and benefits.
* Predominantly daytime hours including weekends, with occasional evenings,
* A creative and autonomous role with career development opportunities.
Interested? Apply now and join our client's fantastic team at this prestigious new venue.