Title: Sous Chef
Manchester, MAN, GB, M14 6BL
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Sous Chef – Withington Girls’ School, Manchester (REQ: 605419)
Location: Withington Girls’ School, Manchester, M14 6BL
Contract Type: Permanent
Working Hours: 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 8:00am – 4:30pm
Term Time Only: 36 weeks per year (paid for 39.864 weeks including holiday entitlement)
Salary: £27,000 per annum
Are you a passionate Chef de Partie ready to take the next step, or a Sous Chef seeking a better work/life balance?
We’re looking for a talented and motivated Sous Chef to join our team at Withington Girls’ School – a prestigious independent school in Manchester. This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a rewarding environment with a consistent weekday schedule and term-time only commitment.
What you’ll be doing:
- Preparing and cooking fresh, nutritious meals for breakfast, break, and lunch service
- Supporting hospitality events and special functions as required
- Working closely with the Head Chef and Executive Chef to maintain high culinary standards
- Ensuring all food safety and health & safety procedures are followed meticulously
What we’re looking for:
- A minimum of 2 years’ experience at Chef de Partie level or above
- A team player with a positive attitude and a passion for food
- Someone who thrives in a structured kitchen environment and is ready to step up
- Enhanced DBS clearance (required for this role)
Why join us?
- Work-life balance: Monday to Friday, term-time only
- Free parking on site
- Access to an employee benefits portal with hundreds of discounts
- Online GP access and apprenticeship development schemes
This is more than just a kitchen job – it’s a chance to be part of a supportive team in a respected educational setting, where your skills and creativity will be valued every day.
Ready to take the next step in your culinary career?
Apply now and bring your passion for food to a role that truly makes a difference.
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