Chef Manager

2 weeks ago

South West London, United Kingdom Lexington Catering Full time

Lexington is an award-winning contract caterer that focus on providing great food and service to customers. To do this we need fabulous people and we work hard to create an environment where our team members feel engaged, inspired, valued and enjoy what they do.


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What youll be doing

We are seeking a passionate and talented Chef Manager to join our Lexington catering team, providing quality dining experiences for our prestigious corporate client, Tetragon Financial Management, TFG (formerly known as Polygon). This is a fantastic opportunity for a motivated individual to manage a small team and showcase their culinary expertise in a unique, customer facing, environment.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead and manage a team of 3 to run food production and kitchen operations in a busy, customer facing, open kitchen.
  • Serving breakfast and lunch Monday to Friday, preparing, cooking, and presenting a variety of fresh and seasonal dishes across a balanced weekly menu, following company recipes and specifications where appropriate.
  • Demonstrating flexibility in accommodating customer requests and diet requests where appropriate.
  • Provide a bespoke hospitality proposition for meeting rooms as booked / requested by client.
  • Take ownership of the staff restaurant menu, allowing for creativity and seasonal variety, while ensuring the ability to cater to ad-hoc hospitality bookings with flexibility and excellence.
  • Ensure compliance with food safety, hygiene, and allergen management regulations.
  • Monitor stock levels, manage inventory, and place orders as required.
  • Manage all team aspects for the sous chef and general assistant, including but not limited to, training, compliance training, performance management, food and health & safety, recruitment.
  • Ensure that in conjunction with the Operations Manager, catering budgeted targets are achieved and maintained, supporting the Operations Manager where appropriate in compilation of annual budgets.
  • To maintain all management systems, for finance and payroll.
  • To purchase all perishable foodstuffs through the companys nominated suppliers.
  • To comply with all reasonable company / client requests.

Qualifications/Experience:

  • Previous experience in a professional kitchen, preferably as a chef manager, head chef or sous chef.
  • Strong knowledge of food safety regulations (Food Safety Level 2 certification required, Level 3 preferred).
  • Ability to work independently and show initiative in delivering high-quality service.
  • Passionate about using fresh produce and delivering excellent customer service.
  • Up-to-date allergen training and strong understanding of dietary requirements.
  • Because of the changing nature of our business your job description will inevitably change. You will, from time to time, be required to undertake other activities of a similar nature that fall within your capabilities as directed by management.
Our way of saying thank youAt Lexington, we strive to ensure that our colleagues feel appreciated & rewarded, which is why we offer generous rewards & benefits in exchange for your dedicated efforts.
  • FREE On-Site Lunches:Savor delicious and healthy meals, on us, every day at work
  • Flexible Working:Enjoy the freedom to balance work and personal life with our flexible working hours
  • Holiday Allowance:Start with 28 days of holiday to relax and recharge, increasing to 31 days after two years of service
  • Family Leave:Prioritise your family commitments with our family leave options designed to support you during important times
  • Paid Charity Leave:Make a difference in your community with paid time off to volunteer for your favourite causes
  • Opportunities for Career Progression:Grow and advance your career with us, supported by continuous learning and development opportunities
  • Comprehensive Wellbeing Benefits:Access mental health support and a range of wellbeing benefits to keep you feeling your best, both professionally and personally
  • Life Assurance & Pension Schemes:Secure your future with our life assurance and workplace pension schemes
  • Exclusive Discounts & Perks:Enjoy discounts and cashback on entertainment, leisure activities, and much more, alongside our popular cycle-to-work scheme

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