Creative Sous Chef: Lead Menu & Flavor Innovation

Chartwells Independent; Manchester; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Restaurant Associates in Manchester is seeking an ambitious Chef to join our team on a full-time basis (35 hours per week), with Monday–Friday day shifts. The role focuses on delivering high-quality food and evolving menus for a leading UK food service company.

The ideal candidate has proven kitchen supervision experience, holds a Food Hygiene certificate, and City & Guilds 706/1 & 2 or NVQ equivalent. A flexible approach to working is essential in a busy kitchen environment.

Qualifications

• Experience supervising a team in a kitchen.
• Hold a Food Hygiene certificate.
• City & Guilds 706/1 & 2 or NVQ equivalent required.

Responsibilities

• Preparing delicious, high-quality food that delights clients and customers.
• Overseeing and implementing menu changes.
• Identifying opportunities to improve our food services.
• Listening and acting on customer feedback to improve services.
• Supporting with the creation of new menus and creative food concepts.
• Representing Restaurant Associates and maintaining a positive brand image.
• Monitoring inventories to keep kitchens well-stocked.
• Overseeing kitchen cleaning to maintain hygiene standards.
• Complying with Food Handling, Hygiene and Health and Safety regulations.

Skills

Leadership experience

Food preparation

Customer service

Menu development

Food safety

Education

City & Guilds 706/1 & 2 or NVQ equivalent

Job description

Restaurant Associates in Manchester is seeking an ambitious Chef to join our team on a full-time basis (35 hours per week), with Monday–Friday day shifts. The role focuses on delivering high-quality food and evolving menus for a leading UK food service company.

The ideal candidate has proven kitchen supervision experience, holds a Food Hygiene certificate, and City & Guilds 706/1 & 2 or NVQ equivalent. A flexible approach to working is essential in a busy kitchen environment.