Head Chef

Xander Group; Ringway; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

A premium gastro-pub in Manchester is seeking a passionate Head Chef to lead its kitchen. This role involves full ownership of kitchen operations, designing a seasonal menu with modern twists on pub classics, and ensuring adherence to food safety standards. The ideal candidate has experience in high-volume kitchens and strong leadership skills to cultivate a positive kitchen culture. This position offers a competitive salary and a genuine work-life balance focus.

Benefits

£42,000 basic salary

Tronc + bonus - OTE £52,000

Discounts across all venues

Regular team incentives

Flexible working hours

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a high-volume, premium pub or fresh food kitchen.
• Strong knowledge of food safety, HACCP, and compliance.
• Experience in managing kitchen budgets, labour costs and achieving GP targets.

Responsibilities

• Full ownership of the day-to-day kitchen operation.
• Design and deliver an exciting seasonal food menu.
• Uphold outstanding food safety standards.
• Collaborate with the General Manager and Operations Chef.
• Manage stock levels and wastage.
• Recruit, train, and develop the kitchen team.

Skills

High-volume kitchen management

Food safety knowledge

Budget management

Team leadership

Menu design

Job description

Head Chef

Premium Gastro-Pub

£42,000 + Tronc + Bonus (OTE £52,000)

Manchester

I'm on the hunt for a passionate and driven Head Chef to lead the kitchen of a premium pub in Manchester City Centre. This is a unique opportunity to take the reins of a large, community-focused venue that prides itself on serving fresh, seasonal pub classics with a modern twist.

Benefits

• £42,000 basic salary
• Tronc + bonus - OTE £52,000
• Discounts across all venues within the group
• Regular team incentives
• Flexible working hours & a genuine focus on work/life balance

Responsibilities

• Full ownership of the day-to-day kitchen operation
• Design and deliver an exciting seasonal, fresh food menu with a creative modern twist on pub classics
• Uphold outstanding food safety standards and ensure all compliance is met
• Work collaboratively with the General Manager and Operations Chef to drive the business forward
• Manage stock levels, wastage and GP targets
• Recruit, train and develop strong kitchen team

You

• Proven experience in a high-volume, premium pub or fresh food kitchen
• Strong knowledge of food safety, HACCP, and compliance
• Experience in managing kitchen budgets, labour costs and achieving GP targets
• Passionate about creating quality dishes and leading a positive kitchen culture
• Organised, hands‑on and committed to delivering consistent excellence

If this sounds like you perfect role.... APPLY NOW!

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