Chef – Food Preparation for Staff and Visitors

About the role

We are seeking a qualified Chef to join our busy business centre in Ardwick, Manchester. You will be responsible for preparing and serving meals for staff, residents and visitors, ensuring high standards of taste, nutrition and hygiene.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare, cook and present breakfast, lunch and dinner for up to 200 staff and students.
• Adapt menus to special dietary requirements and manage food waste records.
• Maintain strict hygiene and health‑and‑safety standards in the kitchen.
• Control stock, rotate supplies and keep accurate inventory records.
• Assist with menu planning, ordering and rota organisation.
• Deputise for the chef manager when required and perform ad‑hoc duties.

Required profile

• Qualified Chef with proven food‑preparation experience.
• Strong knowledge of food safety, nutrition and hygiene regulations.
• Excellent knife skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work effectively in a team and communicate clearly.
• Leadership qualities and the capacity to manage resources.

Required skills

• Food preparation
• Food safety management
• Nutrition knowledge
• Knife skills
• Hygiene compliance
• Stock control

What we offer

• £13.50 per hour, paid monthly.
• Pension scheme.
• 23 days annual leave, increasing with service.
• Opportunities for overtime and career development.