Sous Chef - Three Rivers

Eastlands Venue Services Limited; Manchester; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private Medical Insurance

Group Life Assurance

Birthday Day Off

Complimentary Meals on Shift

Wellbeing Programme

Pension Scheme

Holiday Allowance

Career Development

Job summary

Eastlands Venue Services Limited, based at Medlock Square in Manchester, is seeking a visionary Sous Chef to shape menus and lead kitchen operations across a high-end, multi-outlet environment. You will work alongside senior chefs to ensure quality and consistent service during both event and non-event periods.

The role requires hands-on leadership, strong kitchen organisation, and a passion for exceptional guest experiences in a fast-paced campus setting.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Sous Chef or strong Chef de Partie in a high-volume, quality-led restaurant or hotel environment.
• Experience working across multiple service periods (e.g. breakfast, all-day dining, evening service).
• Ability to run a section and support kitchen operations during busy service.
• Good leadership skills with the ability to support and guide junior chefs.
• Solid understanding of food safety, hygiene, and allergen legislation.
• Experience supporting stock control and minimising waste.
• Strong organisational and time-management skills.
• Ability to remain calm and focused in a fast-paced environment.
• Passion for quality, consistency, and guest experience.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and event days.

Responsibilities

• Support the delivery of a high-performing kitchen operation, ensuring consistent food quality and service standards
• Execute menus in line with brand direction, maintaining strong attention to detail and consistency
• Support and guide junior chefs during service, contributing to a positive and efficient team culture
• Maintain high standards of food safety, hygiene, and compliance
• Support stock control, organisation, and waste reduction to ensure efficient kitchen operations

Skills

Sous Chef

Multi-service experience

Kitchen leadership

Food safety knowledge

Stock control

Organisation skills

Time management

Calm under pressure

Quality guest experience

Evenings weekends events

Premium dining

Openings experience

Menu changes

Ingredient knowledge

Large teams

Job description

Sous Chef - Three Rivers

Department: Culinary

Employment Type: Permanent

Location: Medlock Square

Reporting To: Head Chef

Description

Medlock Square marks a bold new chapter in the evolution of the Etihad Campus — a vibrant, year‑round destination for culture, leisure and entertainment, set alongside two global icons: the Etihad Stadium, home of Manchester City Football Club, and the landmark Co‑op Live arena.

Named after the River Medlock that runs beneath the site, the development celebrates Manchester’s industrial heritage while shaping its next era of city‑defining experiences. Manchester is known worldwide for its sport, music and entertainment — and Medlock Square will build on that legacy, creating a landmark home for exceptional shared moments and elevating the city’s position as one of Europe’s most dynamic, fast‑growing destinations.

At the heart of this new district will be an extraordinary food and beverage offer: from relaxed coffee houses and all‑day dining to flagship restaurants and premium culinary experiences. Designed to serve both everyday visitors and major event audiences, Medlock Square will deliver high‑quality hospitality all week long and across the events calendar.

About the role

We’re looking for visionary culinary leaders who can shape menus, drive kitchen culture and bring creativity, consistency and excellence to our restaurants. You’ll have the freedom to innovate, the platform to lead, and the opportunity to help define some of Manchester’s most exciting new dining experiences.

As a Sous Chef, you will support the Senior Sous Chef and Head Chef in delivering premium, concept‑led dining experiences within a high‑end, multi‑outlet environment. You will help ensure consistency, quality, and smooth day‑to‑day kitchen operations across a variety of service styles.

This is a hands‑on role in a fast‑paced, high‑profile setting, where you will support service delivery, manage sections, and ensure dishes are executed to the highest standards. You will work closely with the senior team to maintain pace, organisation, and attention to detail during both event and non‑event service.

In this role you will:

• Support the delivery of a high‑performing kitchen operation, ensuring consistent food quality and service standards
• Execute menus in line with brand direction, maintaining strong attention to detail and consistency
• Support and guide junior chefs during service, contributing to a positive and efficient team culture
• Maintain high standards of food safety, hygiene, and compliance
• Support stock control, organisation, and waste reduction to ensure efficient kitchen operations

Skills, Knowledge & Expertise

Essential

• Proven experience as a Sous Chef or strong Chef de Partie in a high‑volume, quality‑led restaurant or hotel environment
• Experience working across multiple service periods (e.g. breakfast, all‑day dining, evening service)
• Ability to run a section and support kitchen operations during busy service
• Good leadership skills with the ability to support and guide junior chefs
• Solid understanding of food safety, hygiene, and allergen legislation
• Experience supporting stock control and minimising waste
• Strong organisational and time‑management skills
• Ability to remain calm and focused in a fast‑paced environment
• Passion for quality, consistency, and guest experience
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and event days

Desirable

• Experience in a premium or concept‑led restaurant environment
• Experience supporting new openings or relaunches
• Exposure to menu changes and seasonal updates
• Knowledge of quality ingredients and suppliers
• Experience working with larger kitchen and FOH teams

Why Join Us?

• Private Medical Insurance (Vitality) – including Virtual GP access and rewards
• Group Life Assurance – 4x salary paid to your nominated beneficiary
• Birthday Day Off – an extra day to celebrate
• Complimentary Meals on Shift – breakfast, lunch, fruit and hot drinks
• Employee Assistance Programme & Wellbeing Platform – including counselling support
• Company Pension Scheme
• Generous Holiday Allowance – plus bank holidays
• Career Development Opportunities – with progression across the campus