Senior Chef de Partie: Lead Service & Menu Innovation

Legends Global (Europe); Manchester; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 Days Annual Leave

Life Assurance

5% Pension Contribution

Healthshield Cover

Employee Assistance Programme

Eye Care Support

Cycle to Work Scheme

Employee Referral Scheme

Job summary

The Bridgewater Hall in Manchester is seeking a dedicated Head Chef to support the Head Chef in delivering exceptional food experiences. You will uphold the highest standards of food quality, safety and service across kitchen, restaurant and event catering operations, helping to drive an efficient, well‑managed kitchen.

In this role you’ll champion health and safety, HACCP and stock control, while collaborating with Hospitality, Sales and F&B teams to create memorable guest moments and

Qualifications

• Professional culinary experience with relevant catering qualifications and a passion for delivering high-quality food.
• Ambitious and career-driven, with a strong track record of achievement and a desire to continually learn and develop.
• Knowledgeable and commercially aware, with an understanding of food trends, customer expectations and industry best practice.
• Confident, proactive and resilient, able to use initiative, work independently and remain calm in a fast-paced environment.
• A collaborative team player with excellent communication, customer service and organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver exceptional food experiences by supporting the Head Chef and maintaining outstanding quality, presentation and service standards.
• Lead and inspire during service, overseeing restaurant, hospitality and event catering operations while ensuring smooth kitchen performance.
• Drive innovation and commercial success through menu development, seasonal planning and maximising revenue opportunities.
• Maintain a safe, compliant and efficient kitchen, championing food hygiene, HACCP, health & safety, stock control and cleanliness standards.
• Collaborate across the business with Hospitality, Sales and F&B teams to deliver memorable customer experiences and support wider operational objectives.

Skills

Culinary experience

Career-driven

Commercial awareness

Calm under pressure

Team player

Education

Catering qualifications

Job description

The Bridgewater Hall in Manchester is seeking a dedicated Head Chef to support the Head Chef in delivering exceptional food experiences. You will uphold the highest standards of food quality, safety and service across kitchen, restaurant and event catering operations, helping to drive an efficient, well‑managed kitchen.

In this role you’ll champion health and safety, HACCP and stock control, while collaborating with Hospitality, Sales and F&B teams to create memorable guest moments and