Regional Development & Support Chef — Menu Innovator

Chartwells Independent; Manchester; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life assurance

Pension scheme

Holiday allowance

Healthcare support app

Eye care

Job summary

Gather & Gather is seeking an Area Development & Support Chef to work across sites in the Northern region, primarily Yorkshire and Manchester. The role requires leading chef teams, developing menus, and ensuring high standards of food quality and service.

You will travel across sites, with 40-hour weeks, Monday to Friday 7am-3pm, and occasional weekend support. Must have a full driving license and own car; mileage paid. Competitive salary and benefits.

Qualifications

• Experience as a chef in hospitality or catering environments.
• Ability to lead and coach site teams.
• Knowledge of food safety and hygiene standards.

Responsibilities

• Provide relief chef cover across sites within the Northern region, including covering Chef Manager and Head Chef absences.
• Support and develop site teams, coaching colleagues and sharing best practices.
• Help sites enhance and develop their food offer in line with Gather & Gather brand standards.
• Invent and create menus that meet client and customer needs.
• Produce food in a timely manner to ensure smooth service delivery.
• Ensure all food is presented to a high standard and is "picture perfect" every time.
• Assist in developing and introducing new food concepts and service styles.
• Communicate menu requirements and order ingredients as required.
• Support operational teams during mobilisations, staff shortages, and busy periods.
• Maintain food safety, hygiene, and compliance standards across all sites.

Skills

Chef leadership

Menu development

Food safety

Driving license

Job description

Gather & Gather is seeking an Area Development & Support Chef to work across sites in the Northern region, primarily Yorkshire and Manchester. The role requires leading chef teams, developing menus, and ensuring high standards of food quality and service.

You will travel across sites, with 40-hour weeks, Monday to Friday 7am-3pm, and occasional weekend support. Must have a full driving license and own car; mileage paid. Competitive salary and benefits.