Manchester
Head Chef Manchester City Centre Up to ÂŁ40,000 + Bonus + Tips Are you a Head Chef who wants more than just running someone elses menu? We're recruiting for an exciting independent hospitality business in the heart of Manchester that combines great food, great people, and a genuine passion for creating something special. Independent at heart, this is a company where your ideas are welcomed, your voice is heard, and your influence can shape the future of the business. This isn't a role where you're expected to simply maintain standards. You'll have real input into the menu, kitchen culture, team development, and the overall direction of the food offering. The Role As Head Chef, you'll take ownership of a busy city-centre kitchen, leading from the front and creating a positive, high-performing environment for your team. You'll be responsible for: Leading, inspiring and developing a passionate kitchen team Driving food quality and consistency across service Working closely with senior leadership on menu development and innovation Managing labour, GP and kitchen costs effectively Recruiting, training and nurturing future talent Creating a positive kitchen culture where people want to stay and grow Maintaining the highest food safety and hygiene standards Contributing ideas around concepts, events and future food direction What We're Looking For Previous experience as a Head Chef or strong Senior Sous Chef ready for the next step A genuine passion for fresh food and quality ingredients Strong leadership and people development skills Commercial awareness and understanding of kitchen finances Creativity and enthusiasm for menu development Calm under pressure and capable of leading busy services Someone who wants to be part of building something rather than simply managing it What's In It For You? Salary up to ÂŁ40,000 Performance-related bonus Excellent tips Real creative input into menus and food direction Opportunity to influence the wider business Supportive owners and leadership team Genuine progression opportunities as the company grows A business that values personality, creativity and individuality If you're looking for a Head Chef role where you can make your mark, build a team you're proud of, and help shape an ambitious Manchester hospitality business, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now for a confidential conversation. Disclaimer: By submitting your resume to Westwood Recruitment Solutions Ltd, you acknowledge and agree to the following: Westwood Recruitment Solutions Ltd acts as an employment agency and will work to find suitable employment opportunities for you. We do not guarantee employment. You agree that all information submitted to Westwood Recruitment Solutions Ltd is accurate and truthful. You agree to hold Westwood Recruitment Solutions Ltd harmless for any liabilities arising from employment, and to treat all candidate data as confidential. TPBN1_UKCT