An unmissable opportunity has emerged at my client's recently revamped restaurant just outside Cambridge. This Chef Manager position offers the perfect blend of creative freedom, leadership responsibility, and exceptional work-life balanceincluding no evening shifts ever! Recently available due to internal promotion, this prestigious role comes with a competitive salary of up to £45,000 plus tips, reflecting the establishment's 40-year legacy of excellence in the premium retail food sector.

As Chef Manager, you'll enjoy the chance to shape innovative menus, lead a passionate culinary team, and elevate a beloved local institution to new heights. Your talent for financial management will shine as you take ownership of kitchen performance, from ingredient ordering to final presentation. You'll have the opportunity to develop your team's skills, implement efficient processes, and ensure superior quality controlall while maintaining the ethos of exceeding customer expectations through generous, lovingly-prepared food. This role perfectly suits someone who thrives on creating inclusive environments where team members feel valued, respected and inspired.

What makes this Chef Manager position truly exceptional:

Work-life harmony with a structured 45-hour week and NO EVENING SHIFTS EVER
Every other weekend off, with very flexible working arrangements
Employee discounts for you, friends and family when dining
Opportunities for professional growth with paid qualifications

My client stands apart in the premium dining sector through their commitment to both culinary excellence and staff wellbeing. Their 40-year history demonstrates remarkable stability, while their recently revamped restaurant shows their forward-thinking approach. The team culture emphasises generosity and innovation, creating an environment where talented Chef Managers can truly flourish. Their ethos of "always giving customers a little bit more than expected" extends to how they treat their staffproviding genuine opportunities for advancement as evidenced by this Kitchen Manager role becoming available through internal promotion.

If you're passionate about food, leadership, and creating exceptional dining experiences in a supportive environment that respects your work-life balance, this Chef Manager position represents a rare opportunity in the premium food sector. Apply today to take your culinary career to the next level with one of Cambridge's most respected independent businesses.

Chef manager

Commis Chef

Chef de Partie

Chef de Partie