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Head Chef

Restaurant Associates • Manchester, Greater Manchester

Salary

£40k – £40k

Posted

10 June 2026

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Head Chef - Manchester - £40,000 We’re looking for an experienced Head Chef to lead a high-performing kitchen in a busy environment. This is a hands-on leadership role where you’ll drive food quality, menu innovation, and operational excellence. You’ll be just as comfortable leading from the front, developing fresh, healthy, and creative menus that keep standards high in a fast-paced, high-volume setting. This is a Monday-Friday role (7:00am-3:30pm, 40 hours), offering a great work-life balance…

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Chefs are among the occupations specifically listed as eligible under the Skilled Worker visa, covering roles from commis chef through to head chef level. Restaurant groups, hotel chains, and contract catering companies sponsor both established chefs and those at earlier stages of their career.