Sous Chef

Airport Retail Enterprises UK Ltd; Manchester; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A family-run airport hospitality business is seeking a passionate Sous Chef at Manchester Airport. This role involves leading a kitchen team, overseeing food preparation, and ensuring compliance with health standards. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership skills and experience in managing a high-paced kitchen environment. Enjoy benefits such as free meals on duty and annual leave increases.

Benefits

Fully subsidised on-site airport parking

Free meals while on duty

28 days annual leave, increasing with service

Health & wellbeing cash plan

NEST pension

Qualifications

• Experience managing a kitchen and training staff is essential.
• Knowledge of health and safety requirements in a kitchen is required.
• Ability to deliver high-quality food services.

Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of the kitchen including stock control.
• Oversee the performance of kitchen staff and maintain hygiene standards.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.

Skills

Leadership experience

Strong communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Level 2 Food hygiene certificate

Job description

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We are a family-run UK business operating food and beverage
outlets at airports, creating exceptional experiences for all our
customers.We believe airport customers deserve better - we ARE here to
delight

We are looking for a committed and enthusiastic individual
to join our teamasSous Chefat Manchester Airport,
leading our outlets to deliver exceptional food and outstanding customer
service with a highly trained and motivated team.

AsSous Chef, you will play a vital role in
supporting the Senior Head Chef & Senior Sous Chef’s, overseeing the
kitchen’s day-to-day performance whilemaintainingthe highest
standards of quality, hygiene, and efficiency.

The Great Northern Market concept at Manchester Airport,
includes managing a kitchen brigade with six kitchens, offering a diverse range
of cuisines such as fried chicken, smashed burgers, burritos, hand stretched pizza,
Asian, Greek, and a breakfast menu. The venue has approximately 470 covers
andoperatesfrom 3am to 10pm.

This is an hourly paid role, and shifts may include early
morning starts (e.g., 2 a.m.) or late finishes (e.g., the last flight), with no
requirement for split or double shifts.

Ifyou'repassionate about hospitality, enjoy
managing teams, and want to make a significant impact,we’dlove to
hear from you.

The Role

As part of the management team,you’llbe
responsible formanaging all aspects of the kitchen, including stock
control, food preparation, and ensuring compliance with hygiene, health and
safety, and allergen protocols.You’llwork collaboratively with the front
of house team to deliver exceptional dishes for every guest and ensure the
kitchenoperatesefficiently and profitably.

Supporting the senior management,you’ll ensure our
consistently high service levels aremaintainedin line with company
policies, driving sales and operational efficiency.

Main Duties

• Ensure
  the department meets revenue and profit targets.
• Oversee,
  coach, and guide the team to continuously improve service while adhering
  to health and safety, food hygiene, food allergens and company specifications/policies
• Motivate
  the team through positive communication to deliver excellent quality food
  in a timely fashion.
• Ensure
  the health, safety, and wellbeing of colleaguesat all
  times.
• Keep
  senior management informed of any significant issues arising during
  shifts.
• Ensure
  confidentiality and actin accordance withdata protection
  requirements when handling personal data.

Requirements

We areseekingan experienced, self-motivated, and
enthusiastic individual who is flexible with shift patterns and a passion for
delivering an outstanding dining experience. Leadership experience in a fast-paced
kitchen environment is essential.

To excel in this role,you’llhave:

• Level
  2 Food hygiene certificate (desirable but not essential).
• Significant
  proven management experience in a kitchen environment, including staff
  training and development.
• Familiarity
  with airport-based hospitality (preferred but not essential).
• Demonstrable
  experience of delivering excellent food preparation services.
• Experience
  in delivering agreed menus to brand standards.
• Experience
  with procurement of stock through specified suppliers as needed
• Proventrack
  recordof implementing continuous improvement initiatives.
• Good
  level of written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong
  organisational skills and the ability to manage competing
  priorities.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong communicator with a clear and supportive
  leadership style.
• Financially aware, with sound budget controls
  and effective stock management.
• Strong leadership skills, capable of motivating
  a team in a busy kitchen environment.
• Performance management skills to maximise
  individual potential through coaching.
• In-depth knowledge of health and safety
  requirements in a kitchen, including HACCP, COSHH, food allergens, equipment
  maintenance, and safety practices.

Personal Qualities

We’relooking for someone who is:

• Resilient
  and able to deliver results in a fast-paced environment.
• Results-oriented
  and motivated by achieving stretchingobjectives.
• Calm
  and approachable under pressure.

Our values,Growth, Respect, Innovation,
Togetherness (GRIT)are reflected in the behaviours we demand. ARE
you;

• Responsible,hard-workingand
  keen to help others
• Willing
  to show up, be positive and have FUN!
• Fullysubsidised
  on-site airport parking
• Free
  meals while on duty at the site, from the 'Staff Duty Meal' options
• Tronc
  (tips and gratuities distribution system) via an electedtroncmaster
• 28
  daysannual leave (including Bank Holidays), increasing by 1 day a
  year up to a maximum of32 days
• NEST
  pension
• Wagestream(flexible
  pay access)
• Health
  & wellbeing cash plan, also offering discounts
  andperksacross hundreds of retailers
• Access
  to our Employee Assistance Programme for health and well-being support
  from day one

Please note:

All successful candidates willbe
requiredto:

• Provide
  proof of their right to work in the UK.
• Hold
  an Airport Security ID Pass, which we willassistwith. The
  application process requires the production of a valid passport, a
  criminal record check, and five years of personal and employment
  references.

If you meet these requirements and are eager to be part of
our team, please apply today!

At ARE Ltd, we recognise the value of diversity and
inclusivity in fostering a truly remarkable experience for all our customers.
Our commitment extends beyond retail to building a workforce that reflects the
wide array of perspectives and experiences found across the UK. We believe that
embracing diversity in our teams enables us to provide exceptional service and
innovation.

We are dedicated to ensuring all our employees are treated
fairly and equitably at work, with a strong commitment to promoting equity in
both physical and mental health for everyone. To achieve this, we encourage
applications from individuals of disadvantaged socio-economic backgrounds,
disabled persons, LGBTQ+ community members, Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic
backgrounds, and those with lived experiences of discrimination.

Accessibility and Adjustments

ARE Ltd is committed to providing reasonable adjustments
throughout our recruitment process. We strive to be as accommodating as
possible to ensure all candidates canparticipatefully. If you have
specific requirements or need adjustments at any stage of the application or
interview process, please do not hesitate to get in touch. In your application,
feel free toindicateyour preferred pronouns (for example -
she/her/hers, he/him/his, they/them/theirs, etc.) to help us better address and
respect your identity throughout the process.