Airport Sous Chef: Lead 6‑Kitchen Team & Diverse Cuisines

Airport Retail Enterprises (UK) Limited; Manchester; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free staff meals

Tronc (tips distribution)

28 days annual leave

NEST pension

Wagestream

Health & wellbeing cash plan

Employee Assistance Programme

Staff referral bonus

Job summary

Airport Retail Enterprises (UK) Limited is seeking a committed Sous Chef for our Great Northern Market at Manchester Airport. You will lead a kitchen brigade across multiple outlets, manage stock, and ensure high standards of hygiene and efficiency, while delivering exceptional dishes for guests and supporting senior management to drive sales.

The role is hourly paid with potential early starts or late finishes aligning with flight schedules.

Qualifications

• Leadership experience in a fast-paced kitchen environment is essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of the kitchen, including stock control and food preparation.
• Ensure compliance with hygiene, health and safety, and allergen protocols.
• Work with front of house to deliver exceptional dishes and ensure profitable operation.
• Support senior management to maintain high service levels and drive sales.

Skills

Leadership experience

Kitchen management

Staff training

Health & safety knowledge

Job description

Airport Retail Enterprises (UK) Limited is seeking a committed Sous Chef for our Great Northern Market at Manchester Airport. You will lead a kitchen brigade across multiple outlets, manage stock, and ensure high standards of hygiene and efficiency, while delivering exceptional dishes for guests and supporting senior management to drive sales.

The role is hourly paid with potential early starts or late finishes aligning with flight schedules.