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Job Summary
Medlock Square marks a bold new chapter in the evolution of the Etihad Campus a vibrant yearround destination for culture leisure and entertainment set alongside two global icons: the Etihad Stadium home of Manchester City Football Club and the landmark Coop Live arena.
Named after the River Medlock that runs beneath the site the development celebrates Manchesters industrial heritage while shaping its next era of citydefining experiences. Manchester is known worldwide for its sport music and entertainment and Medlock Square will build on that legacy creating a landmark home for exceptional shared moments and elevating the citys position as one of Europes most dynamic fastgrowing destinations.
At the heart of this new district will be an extraordinary food and beverage offer: from relaxed coffee houses and allday dining to flagship restaurants and premium culinary experiences. Designed to serve both everyday visitors and major event audiences Medlock Square will deliver highquality hospitality all week long and across the events calendar.
About the role
Were looking for a passionate and experienced Café Chef to help shape and deliver an outstanding café food offering bringing creativity consistency and exceptional quality to every aspect of the customer experience. Youll play a key role in maintaining high culinary standards supporting team development and contributing to a fresh innovative food proposition within one of Manchesters most exciting hospitality destinations.
As a Café Chef you will support the day-to-day leadership of a busy customer-focused kitchen working alongside the Head Chef to deliver fresh seasonal and high-quality food throughout the day. From breakfast through to lunch service and event catering youll ensure exceptional standards of food quality presentation and consistency across all areas of the operation.
This is a hands-on role within a fast-paced environment where quality efficiency and guest satisfaction are at the heart of everything we do. You will lead by example during service support kitchen operations and help develop a positive and high-performing team culture.
Working across both event and non-event days you will contribute to operational excellence maintain food safety standards and help create a welcoming café experience that keeps guests the absence of the Head Chef you will help oversee kitchen operations ensuring smooth service delivery and consistently high standards.
In this role you will:
Support the delivery of a high-performing café kitchen operation ensuring exceptional food quality and service standards across daily trading and event catering requirements
Prepare and deliver menus in line with the café concept maintaining high standards of consistency freshness and presentation
Support guide and develop members of the kitchen team fostering a positive and collaborative culture
Ensure full compliance with food safety health & safety and allergen management standards at all times
Contribute to strong commercial performance through effective stock control waste reduction and efficient kitchen operations
Support the delivery of seasonal menu changes daily specials and new product development
Assist with kitchen planning preparation and service across both café operations and event activity
Skills Knowledge & Expertise
Essential
Proven experience as a Chef Senior Chef de Partie Sous Chef or similar role within a busy café casual dining hospitality hotel or food-service environment
Ability to perform effectively within a fast-paced kitchen operation while maintaining high standards and attention to detail
Experience supporting and coaching kitchen team members
Good understanding of food safety hygiene and allergen legislation
Experience supporting stock control food cost management and waste reduction
Strong organisational and time-management skills
Calm and confident under pressure during busy trading periods
Passion for fresh food quality ingredients and delivering an exceptional customer experience
Flexibility to work weekends event days and occasional evenings as required
Desirable
Experience within a premium café artisan café coffee-led hospitality venue or contemporary casual dining environment
Experience supporting new openings refurbishments or concept launches
Exposure to menu development seasonal menu planning and café food trends
Knowledge of local suppliers fresh produce and sustainable sourcing practices
Experience working collaboratively with front-of-house and coffee teams to deliver an outstanding guest experience
Why Join Us
Be part of a flagship destination set to redefine hospitality in Manchester
Work within a worldclass entertainment and cultural district
Build and lead new teams from the ground up
Influence concepts menus and guest experiences
Grow your career within a pioneering and highprofile development
Meals on Shifts Enjoy lunch & dinner while you work. CompetitiveHoliday Allowance - plus bank holidays.
Birthday Day Off- Enjoy an extra day off to celebrate your birthday.
Inclusive & Diverse Workplace Be part of a team that values diversity and inclusion. Wellbeing - Support and resources to help you stay well both in and outside of work.
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