Chef Manager

Chef Manager Location: Newbury 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.