Sous Chef

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 teamas
Sous Chef
at Manchester Airport, leading our outlets to deliver exceptional food and outstanding customer service with a highly trained and motivated team.

As
Sous 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 whilemaintainingthehighest 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.

As part of the management team,you’llbe responsible formaraging 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.

• 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 colleagues at 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.

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.

• 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
• Proven track recordof implementing continuous improvement initiatives.
• Good level of written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities.

• 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…