Caterlink – Chef Manager

Join Caterlink as Chef Manager at WSH Group in West Yorkshire, England. This full-time position offers a hands-on leadership opportunity within a dynamic food service environment, where you'll combine culinary expertise with team management to deliver exceptional results.

The Opportunity

This Chef Manager role is your chance to lead kitchen operations and guide a talented culinary team in the catering sector. You'll take ownership of food quality, operational excellence, and customer satisfaction. This position offers the ideal balance between hands-on cooking knowledge and strategic team leadership, allowing you to shape how your kitchen performs day to day.

Responsibilities

• Lead and motivate kitchen staff, fostering a culture of professionalism, continuous improvement, and food safety excellence
• Plan, develop, and oversee menus tailored to customer requirements and dietary preferences
• Ensure strict adherence to health and safety standards, food hygiene protocols, and company procedures at all times
• Manage food costs, budgets, and inventory to maintain profitability without compromising quality or standards
• Maintain high standards of food presentation, taste, and nutritional value across all prepared dishes
• Lead recruitment, training, and performance management of kitchen team members
• Liaise with customers and internal teams to understand requirements and promptly resolve service issues
• Monitor equipment functionality and maintain kitchen cleanliness and organisation standards

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Chef or Chef de Partie with demonstrated progression into a management or supervisory role
• Strong knowledge of food safety standards, hygiene best practices, and catering operations
• Excellent leadership and people management skills with the ability to motivate and develop a team
• Sound understanding of food costing, portion control, and kitchen budgeting principles
• Flexibility to work varied shifts, including early starts and occasional weekends as required
• Relevant qualifications in food preparation, hospitality management, or health and safety valued
• Clear communication skills and a collaborative approach to working within a wider organisation

Working at WSH Group

Caterlink, part of WSH Group, is an established presence in the catering and food service industry. This full-time Chef Manager role provides the opportunity to lead a kitchen team in a structured, professional environment whilst contributing to the organisation's commitment to quality and customer satisfaction.

Applying for This Role

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