Chef Manager – Where Culinary Passion Meets Leadership

Cambridge | £32k–£34k DOE | Monday–Friday | 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

Tired of late nights and weekend shifts? Looking for a fresh opportunity to lead, create, and make a real impact? We’ve partnered with a prestigious client in Cambridge to find a dynamic Chef Manager to join their tight-knit team. This hybrid role is a perfect blend of hands-on kitchen leadership (50%) and strategic back-office coordination (50%) — no two days are ever the same!

The Role at a Glance

You’ll take the reins of daily operations, guide a passionate kitchen team, deliver top-tier food experiences, and lead performance on both the culinary and business fronts.

️ What You’ll Be Doing

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Preparing delicious hot and cold dishes for breakfast, salad bar, and lunchtime service

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Leading and coordinating your team with confidence and care

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Planning, delegating, and ensuring all food is prepared to high standards using set recipes

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Managing hospitality for events and internal functions

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Keeping stock fresh and organised, placing orders, and handling paperwork like a pro

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Handling customer feedback and turning challenges into opportunities

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Mentoring team members and fostering growth through hands-on training

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