Chef de Partie

Manchester United Plc; Manchester; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Manchester United Plc is seeking an experienced Chef de Partie to join our culinary team at Carrington Training Ground. You will deliver high-quality dishes across the Men's First Team, Women's First Team and Academy programmes, with a focus on nutrition, presentation and consistency to support elite athletes.

Working in a fast-paced, high-performance environment, you will manage your kitchen section, uphold food safety, maintain cleanliness, and collaborate with wider teams to deliver a

Qualifications

• Produces dishes to the highest standards.
• Maintains composure during peak service periods.
• Demonstrates professionalism and discretion in elite sport settings.
• Seeks continuous improvement and development.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and present high-quality dishes across the Men’s First Team, Women’s First Team and Academy programmes.
• Manage and own your kitchen section during service.
• Support nutritionally focused menus for elite athletes and staff.
• Ensure all food is prepared, stored and served in accordance with food safety regulations.
• Maintain cleanliness and organisation within the kitchen.
• Collaborate with culinary and hospitality teams to deliver seamless service.
• Assist with stock control, rotation and minimizing waste.
• Support matchday, academy and event catering when required.
• Contribute ideas towards menu development and seasonal offerings.
• Uphold professional standards in an elite sporting environment.

Skills

High-quality food

Calm under pressure

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Professional discretion

Creative menu input

Job description

Description

At Manchester United, we believe that excellence on the pitch starts with excellence off the pitch. Our team thrives in a high-performance environment, united by a shared passion for success. We aim to elevate the standard of performance through collaboration and continuous growth, creating a space where everyone can contribute their best to our common goals.

Application Deadline: 12 October 2026

At Manchester United, we believe that excellence on the pitch starts with excellence off the pitch. Our team thrives in a high-performance environment, united by a shared passion for success. We aim to elevate the standard of performance through collaboration and continuous growth, creating a space where everyone can contribute their best to our common goals.

We work together at our iconic Manchester United offices, enabling connection and innovation as we look ahead to what we can achieve as a global football club. We are excited to bring in passionate people who share our vision and drive for success.

Key Responsibilities

We are looking for an experienced and passionate Chef de Partie to join our culinary team at Manchester United's Carrington Training Ground.

Working within a high-performance environment, you will help deliver exceptional food standards across the Men's First Team, Women's First Team and Academy programme. This is an exciting opportunity for a chef who thrives in a fast-paced setting, takes pride in attention to detail, and understands the importance of nutrition, presentation and consistency in supporting elite athletes.

This is a flexible position offering regular weekly hours, with opportunities to work up to 40 hours per week depending on operational requirements.

• Prepare and present high-quality dishes to consistently exceptional standards.
• Manage and take ownership of your designated kitchen section during service.
• Support the delivery of nutritionally focused menus for elite athletes and staff.
• Ensure all food is prepared, stored and served in accordance with food safety regulations.
• Maintain excellent standards of cleanliness and organisation within the kitchen.
• Work collaboratively with the wider culinary and hospitality teams to deliver a seamless service.
• Assist with stock control, stock rotation and minimising food waste.
• Support matchday, academy and event catering when required.
• Contribute ideas and creativity towards menu development and seasonal offerings.
• Uphold the professional standards expected within an elite sporting environment.
• Regular weekly hours with the potential to work up to 40 hours per week.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• Takes pride in producing food of the highest quality.
• Demonstrates a positive and proactive attitude.
• Remains calm and focused during busy service periods.
• Shows professionalism and discretion within an elite sporting environment.
• Strives for continuous improvement and personal development.
• Works collaboratively and supports colleagues across all areas of the operation.
• Ongoing development and opportunities to gain experience across multiple elite sporting programmes.

Manchester United is committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults, and as part of this commitment, all candidates will undergo a Disclosure and Barring Service check and reference checks.

If you need any adjustments to help you perform at your best during the recruitment process, please contact us, and we will be happy to discuss them with you.

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