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We're looking for a skilled and passionate Chef to join our catering team at UCEN Manchester's City Centre Campus. You'll play a key role in delivering high-quality meals for students, staff, and events, working in a fast-paced, professional kitchen environment. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who takes pride in fresh, nutritious food and thrives in a team setting. Experience in high-volume catering and a strong understanding of food hygiene standards are essential. If you're looking for a rewarding role with a great work-life balance, we want to hear from you.

We have an exciting opportunity at our City Centre Campus in Manchester to join our Facilities Department as a Chef on a permanent, full-time (35 hours per week) basis.

Site Information

Our City Centre campus is a flagship site in the heart of Manchester, offering cutting-edge facilities and a buzzing, creative atmosphere. Home to our Centre of Excellence for Creative and Digital Industries, it provides an inspiring setting for both staff and learners, with specialist studios, workshops, and collaborative spaces. With its central location and strong industry links, the campus is a hub for innovation, talent development, and real-world learning.

Benefits

35 days paid annual leave plus 8 bank holidays
3 well-being days per year
Significant pension contribution
Retail discounts
Employee Assistance Program
Cycle to work schemeRole Responsibilities

To produce to the highest standards fresh food preparation from a range of menu options and hospitality food provision, ensuring that all budget, quality and operational targets are achieved and be a point of contact for other staff members.

Skills, Qualifications and Experience

To be successful in this role, you will need:

Possession of NVQ level 2 or relevant qualification
Working knowledge of varied and large-scale catering operations
Experience of fresh food preparation, menus from a range of different nationalities
Track record of effectively leading a team
Track record of achievement of targets
Track record of menu costing and planning
Achievement of operational targets
Achievement of quality targets
Accurate and timely reports
Development of a motivated and flexible teamSafeguarding

LTE group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All applicants will be required to undergo an appropriate DBS check via the Criminal Records Bureau and may be subject to additional online checks as part of our pre-screening process. Some roles are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and would require an Enhanced DBS check.

Equal Opportunities Statement

At The Manchester College, we're committed to providing an environment free from discrimination, bullying, harassment, or victimisation, where all members of our community are treated with respect and dignity. The Manchester College is committed to working in an inclusive way with all the communities where we are geographically located and to developing a workforce and student community that reflects Greater Manchester's and the UK's rich diversity and vibrancy.

The closing date for this job advert is 03/07/2025. However, sometimes the job advert may close early if we receive a good response