Sous Chef - Manchester Expiring soon

Sous Chef - Weekdays only!
Location: Manchester
Working Pattern: Monday to Friday, 7:30am to 3:00pm
Salary: Up to £31,320 per annum, depending on experience

Benefits: Gym access and no bank holiday working, including Christmas.

Are you ready to bring your culinary talent to the next level in a vibrant kitchen where creativity, collaboration, and excellence are always on the menu?

We’re looking for a passionate Sous Chef who lives and breathes food to join our Eurest team in Manchester. Someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and brings both skill and flair to every service. This role is perfect for a driven chef ready to help shape exceptional dining experiences while leading by example. 

You will oversee the Coffee Shop offer at a new site! This will include extended the current coffee shop offer with introduction of a breakfast and lunch service and special events. 

At Eurest, we are the experts in workplace catering, operating in over 700 workspaces every day. We know that fuelling employees throughout the day can help to sharpen their thinking, nourish their bodies and minds and ultimately, motivate them to perform at their best. Our workplace food experiences are driven by our promise to live more sustainably and responsibly, working towards our goal of net zero.

Key Responsibilities

• Delivering food that’s full of flavour, consistency, and visual appeal across varied service formats.
• Stay curious – help shape menus that celebrate quality ingredients and smart nutritional choices.
• Help foster a positive, high-performing kitchen culture where culinary standards are championed every day.
• Assist with ordering, stock control, and kitchen organisation to ensure smooth, efficient operations.
• Maintain best-in-class food hygiene and safety, with presentation that always feels considered.

What you’ll bring to the table

• A confident Sous Chef with experience in quality-focused kitchens.
• A love for food that’s both nourishing and exciting, think modern techniques, bold flavours, and balanced plates.
• Strong organisational skills – you know your way around a rota, prep list, and stockroom.
• A sharp eye for food safety, consistency, and detail.
• Knowledge of portioning, food cost and waste control, flavour should be smart as well as satisfying.

Hungry for more?
We also offer exciting culinary pathways for team members who want to level up. With real-time mentoring, hands-on experience, and the chance to earn recognised qualifications, it’s a delicious way to grow your skills while doing what you love.

Job Reference: com/2306/44135001/52816279/SU #Eurest

Compass Group UK&I is committed to fostering an environment where every individual can truly be themselves at work and has equal opportunities to advance in their careers. We strive to build a culture that respects and celebrates the unique talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and abilities of all our team members. We want our colleagues to feel valued, empowered to reach their full potential, and to thrive - because diversity is our strength!