Eastlands Venue Services Limited
Senior Sous Chef
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Senior Sous Chef
Senior Sous Chef – Medlock Square
A bold new chapter in Manchester’s hospitality evolution: Medlock Square, the vibrant heart of Etihad Campus, blending legendary football, world-class entertainment, and cutting-edge dining.
Surrounded by the Etihad Stadium and Co-op Live, this flagship destination fuses culture, leisure, and soaring culinary experiences—featuring everything from intimate coffee lounges to premium, concept-led restaurants.
About the Role
As a Senior Sous Chef, you’ll drive the consistency and creativity behind our high-end, multi-outlet culinary offering. This hands-on leadership role supports the Head Chef, ensuring that every dish—be it in front-of-house service or behind-the-scenes events—reflects precision, excellence, and a commitment to reinventing Manchester’s dining landscape.
Key Responsibilities:
- Deliver relentless food quality and premium service across day-to-day operations, events, and matchdays
- Execute menus aligned with brand vision, upholding strict standards of consistency, quality control, and presentation
- Lead sections and develop the brigade, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and high performance
- Ensure full compliance with food safety, hygiene, allergens, and health & safety standards
- Optimise stock control, waste reduction, and operational efficiency to drive commercial success
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In the Head Chef’s absence, you’ll step in as kitchen leader, maintaining standards, workflows, and service delivery.
Skills, Knowledge & Expertise
Essential:
- Proven experience as a Senior Sous Chef or Sous Chef in premium/high-volume catering
- Strong track record in breakfast, all-day dining, and evening service formats
- Ability to orchestrate fast-paced kitchens with structure, consistency, and calm leadership
- Hands-on team supervision and mentorship for junior chefs
- Deep understanding of food safety/allergen legislation
- Proficiency in stock control, food costing, and waste management
- Unflinching ability to thrive under pressure during peak services
- Uncompromising passion for quality, detail, and guest experience
- Flexibility for evenings, weekends, and event shifts
Desirable:
- Creative input into menu development or seasonality adaptations
- Experience working in concept-driven, high-end restaurants
- A background supporting new openings or relaeunches
- Strong supplier relationships for quality ingredients
- Exposure to large front-of-house (FOH) teams
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Why Join Us?
- Shape Manchester’s culinary future as part of a landmark, year-round entertainment district
- Operate within a high-profile, world-class hospitality hub that’s already rewriting city norms
- Build and lead teams from the ground up—with real agency to influence concepts, menus, and guest stories
- Stretch your career within a pioneering, high-growth food and events business
- Access fantastic on-duty benefits, from meals and holiday stipends to time off on your birthday
The Team
Eastlands Venue Services Limited is a City Football Group & Oak View Group joint venture, deploying 200+ permanent staff and a swarm of casual talent to deliver exceptional catering/hospitality at:
- Etihad Stadium (home to Manchester City FC)
- Co-op Live (one of UK’s largest indoor venues)
With 150+ annual events, we’reaskaing to help professionalise a dynamic landscape—and invest in ambitious culinary leaders like you.
For details on career growth, data protection, or further enquiries, contact talent@eastlandsvsl.com. We welcome applicants who embody diversity, innovation, and the will to push boundaries. Let’s redefine the city’s table together—apply now and make history.
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