Assistant Chef Manager

🔒 Confidential Employer
Posted 8 May 2026
LOCATION
Leek
TYPE
Full-time
LEVEL
Mid-Senior level
CATEGORY
Hospitality & Catering
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SKILLS

Level 2 Food Hygiene Previous experience as Chef or Cook Food safety and hygiene standards Organisational and time management skills Stock ordering and cost control Menu planning Team collaboration Compliance with food safety standards

FULL DESCRIPTION

Assistant Chef Manager

[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is hiring an Assistant Chef Manager for a full-time, on-site role in Leek. Salary: £15.00 per hour plus benefits. Closing date: 19 May 2026.

  • Full Time – 40 hours per week
  • Monday – Friday
  • £15.00 per hour plus [Employer hidden] Benefits
  • Site Specific Benefits (Free meal on shift & parking)

About the role

As an Assistant Chef Manager at [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal], you'll support the Chef Manager in delivering high-quality nutritious meals. Responsibilities include:

  • Working as part of the kitchen team under the Chef Manager.
  • Deputising for chef manager in their absence
  • Monitoring portion control and minimising waste to support cost targets.
  • Assisting in menu planning and continuous improvement of food offer.
  • Working collaboratively with the wider team to deliver a smooth and efficient service.
  • Working in a busy corporate catering environment with varying demand.
  • Maintaining food quality and consistency during peak service times.
  • Supporting ordering and stock management to avoid shortages or waste.
  • Ensuring full compliance with food safety and [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] standards
  • Contributing to a positive and innovative kitchen culture

What you'll bring

Essential:

  • Level 2 Food Hygiene
  • Previous experience as a Chef or Cook in a similar environment.
  • Strong knowledge of food safety and hygiene standards.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Good organisational and time management skills.
  • Knowledge of stock ordering and cost control.

Desirable:

  • Experience in contract catering or corporate environments.
  • Level 3 Food Hygiene

Key Benefits

  • Unlimited access to an online platform offering wellbeing support
  • An extensive Employee Assistance Programme
  • Access to a 24hr virtual GP Service
  • [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] Discounts Scheme
  • Pension Plan
  • Opportunities to enable colleagues to grow and succeed throughout their career at [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]
  • Bike to Work Scheme
  • [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] UK and Ireland's enhanced benefits and leave policies

Why [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]?

Working with [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is more than a job; it’s a chance to be part of something greater. Belong, Act, Thrive. [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is committed to being an inclusive employer and a Disability Confident Leader.

Location

Leek, United Kingdom, ST13 5SP. Get directions

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