Chef Manager
Location: Newbury
Salary: £40,000 per annum
Shift Pattern: Monday–Friday
Houston & Hawkes are seeking a talented and experienced Chef Manager to lead both front-of-house and back-of-house operations at our Newbury site. This is a key leadership role, ideal for a well-rounded hospitality professional who is equally confident in the kitchen and delivering a premium customer experience.
You will be responsible for driving standards across food, service and operations, ensuring a consistently high-quality offering within a professional and client-facing environment.
Key Responsibilities:
*Leading and managing both kitchen and front-of-house operations
*Preparing and delivering fresh, high-quality food using seasonal ingredients
*Overseeing service and ensuring a seamless customer experience
*Managing stock, ordering and food cost control
*Leading, developing and motivating your team
*Ensuring compliance with food safety, hygiene and health & safety standards
*Building strong relationships with clients and customers
*Driving consistency, standards and overall site performance
What We’re Looking For:
*Previous experience as a Chef Manager or similar leadership role
*Strong culinary skills with a passion for fresh, high-quality food
*Experience managing both front-of-house and back-of-house operations
*Confident leadership and excellent communication skills
*Strong organisational and commercial awareness
*A hands-on, proactive and professional approach
Additional Benefits:
*Free meals at work
*Contributory pension scheme
*Free access to the Employee Assistance Programme
*Life assurance at two times salary
*Annual company Christmas and summer parties
*Uniform provided
*23 days holiday plus statutory bank holidays
*Recognition schemes and people awards
*Family-friendly support, including enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave
*Day off on your birthday
*Referral bonuses
*Ongoing training and development opportunities
Who We Are:
Houston & Hawkes is a young and dynamic independent caterer based in the South East. We are proud to be an award-winning company, recognised as one of the best companies to work for in hospitality, and a certified B Corp company. We create memorable experiences through vibrant, creative and sustainable food, while investing in and supporting our talented teams.