Chef Manager

Eastlands Venue Services; Manchester; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private Medical Insurance (Vitality)

Group Life Assurance

Birthday Day Off

Complimentary Meals on Shift

Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

Eastlands Venue Services seeks a Chef Manager for The Residency at Etihad Campus. You will lead a small brigade, deliver Michelin-level food, and engage guests during service, shaping a theatre-driven dining concept.

You will work closely with the Chef Patron to maintain quality, manage GP, and drive consistent, exceptional experiences in a high-pressure environment.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 or equivalent culinary qualification required.
• Level 3 Food Safety qualification essential.
• Experience with budgeting and GP management in a premium kitchen.
• Proven leadership in a quality-driven restaurant or premium dining environment.
• Knowledge of HACCP, allergen legislation and food safety regulations.
• Experience in an open kitchen or chef-led dining concept is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire the kitchen brigade to Michelin-level standards.
• Oversee all kitchen operations and menu development alongside Chef Patron.
• Engage guests during service and contribute to theatre of The Residency.
• Maintain food quality, presentation and portion control.
• Manage ordering, stock, GP and supplier relationships.
• Produce rotas and labour plans; oversee food safety and HACCP compliance.
• Develop staff and create a positive high-performance culture.

Skills

Leadership

Menu development

Food safety HACCP

Allergen compliance

Guest engagement

Budgeting & GP

Open kitchen coordination

Staff development

Education

NVQ Level 3 or equivalent

Level 3 Food Safety qualification

Job description

As Chef Manager for The Residency, you'll be responsible for leading the culinary operation, ensuring Michelin-level standards are delivered consistently while working closely with Adam Reid. You'll inspire a small brigade, oversee all kitchen operations and help shape one of the most exciting dining concepts within the Etihad Campus. Unlike a traditional kitchen management role, you'll also be visible during service, engaging with guests and helping create the theatre behind The Residency experience. Day to Day Responsibilities Leadership

• Lead and inspire the kitchen brigade.
• Build a positive, high-performance culture.
• Coach and develop chefs.
• Work alongside Adam Reid on menu development.
• Deliver exceptional food to Michelin-level standards.
• Drive consistency across every service.
• Maintain food quality, presentation and portion control.
• Oversee food safety and HACCP compliance.
• Manage ordering, stock control and GP.
• Produce rotas and labour plans.
• Manage supplier relationships.
• Ensure equipment and kitchen standards are maintained.
• Previous experience in a leadership role within a quality-driven restaurant or premium dining environment.
• Strong culinary skills with exceptional attention to detail, consistency and presentation.
• Proven ability to lead, motivate and develop a high-performing kitchen team.
• Experience managing kitchen operations, including stock control, food costs and labour.
• Excellent knowledge of food safety, HACCP and allergen legislation.
• Passion for delivering outstanding food and memorable guest experiences.
• Confident communicating with guests in a warm, engaging and professional manner.
• Ability to remain calm and make decisions in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
• Excellent organisational, communication and time management skills.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends and event days.
• Experience within a Michelin-starred, Rosette or luxury dining environment.
• Experience working alongside a Chef Patron or Executive Chef.
• Experience within an open kitchen, chef's table or chef-led dining concept.
• Passion for mentoring and developing aspiring chefs.
• Experience contributing to menu development and seasonal menu changes.
• Formal culinary qualification (NVQ Level 3 or equivalent).
• Level 3 Food Safety qualification.
• Knowledge of budgeting, GP management and supplier relationships.
• Private Medical Insurance (Vitality) - including Virtual GP access and rewards
• Group Life Assurance - 4x salary paid to your nominated beneficiary
• Birthday Day Off - an extra day to celebrate
• Complimentary Meals on Shift - breakfast, lunch, fruit and hot drinks
• Employee Assistance Programme & Wellbeing Platform - including counselling support
• Company Pension Scheme
• Generous Holiday Allowance - plus bank holidays
• Career Development Opportunities - with progression across the campus