Senior Sous Chef

Blacklock; Manchester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Blacklock is opening a new restaurant in Manchester and is looking for a Senior Sous Chef. This role focuses on leading a people-focused kitchen while serving high-quality British meat in a collaborative environment. Join a team committed to well-being, career development, and creating exceptional dining experiences.

Benefits

30 days holidays plus service charge

50% off food for up to 4 people

Paid charity day off to volunteer

12 weeks paid maternity and adoption leave

Cycle & Tech Schemes

Investment in training and career development

Anniversary gifts including a weekend away

Qualifications

• Passionate about high-quality UK produce.
• Experience in leading a team in a kitchen environment.
• Eager to develop within a growing company.

Responsibilities

• Lead the kitchen team in food preparation and service.
• Ensure quality and consistency of dishes served.
• Support the Head Chef in daily operations.

Skills

People-focused leadership

Quality food care

High-quality produce knowledge

Job description

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Senior Sous Chef | New Opening | Manchester

We are excited to bring Blacklock to Manchester later this year, opening in a beautiful Grade II Listed warehouse in the heart of the city. Blacklock was born from a love of great meat and fantastic experiences, championing the Chophouse tradition—unpretentious, familiar, and open to all. We are seeking a Senior Sous Chef to lead in our new opening and support our Head Chef in delivering exceptional quality and service.

Why Blacklock...

Our restaurants have been voted in the Top 100 in the UK, but more importantly, they are happy places to work that prioritize our people. We focus on building meaningful careers while serving the best British produce, with genuine hospitality from caring staff.

Having recently become a B-Corp, we aim to create an inclusive environment where everyone can be themselves, feel valued, and have opportunities for growth. We are committed to diversity and inclusion, believing that a variety of voices and perspectives enhance our philosophy: Everyone leaves happy, including you!

Our Offer to You

At Blacklock, our team’s well-being and happiness come first. We value work-life balance and offer the following benefits:

• Blacklock Experience for two at one of our restaurants after passing probation
• 50% off food in all our restaurants (up to 4 people)
• 30 days’ holiday plus service charge (including statutory days, your birthday, and company holidays)
• Charity day – paid day off to volunteer
• 1-hour paid break on double shifts
• Days off on Christmas and New Year’s Day (closed 24th-26th Dec and 1st Jan)
• Family meal and soft drinks at work
• Cycle & Tech Schemes
• Discounts on extras
• £500 referral bonus
• Cost price chops and wine
• 12 weeks paid maternity and adoption leave, 2 weeks paternity leave
• 2 days paid Paw-ternity leave for new puppies
• Anniversary gifts including a weekend away and a fully paid sabbatical
• Free mortgage advice
• Hardship Loan Scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme: counselling, legal advice, hardship grants
• Investment in training and career development
• Team parties and annual festival

Your Role as a Senior Sous Chef

We seek a people-focused Senior Sous Chef who enjoys working with high-quality UK produce and cares about the quality of food. If you are passionate about chops, eager to develop within a growing company that values its staff and serves the best meat, we would love to meet you!