Overview
Sous Chef – The food and drink department has come back under university ownership and is embarking on an exciting chapter to change the way food and drink is provided on and off campus to all its customers and the creation of multi-use spaces. Therefore we have an exciting opportunity for a new Sous Chef on a full-time permanent basis.
Location: Salford, United Kingdom
Job Information
* Job Identification 262
* Posting Date 08/29/2025, 02:56 PM
* Apply Before 09/21/2025, 10:59 PM
* Job Schedule Full time
* Contract Type Permanent
* Salary From £29,959
* Salary To £32,546
* DBS required No
* Driving Required No
* Organization University of Salford
Responsibilities
* To champion high quality service standards and embed standard specification across all catering and hospitality service areas.
* To support the Executive Head Chef to produce innovative menus and recipes considering a variety of budgets, seasonality, ethical, religious and health dietary requirements and a focus on fresh local produce where possible.
* To support with continuous improvement, creativity, and innovation in the delivery of services and keep teams updated on market trends and best practice, in turn driving revenue.
* To be responsible for and ensure effective ordering, receipt and safe storage and stock rotation of commodities including food, disposables and light kitchen equipment using the company procurement route for all suppliers and goods.
* To ensure due diligence in Health and Safety and food safety and champion staff wellbeing across all relevant areas within and outside the department.
Campus Services
The Campus services department is a strategic and outward looking department overseeing the delivery of the Commercial Services, which comprises:
* Catering and Hospitality
* Car Parking
* Conferences
* Residential Services
* Sports Centre
* Nursery
Campus Services sits within our Student Experience team who lead the development of our campus, creating engaging and innovative learning, working and living environments for colleagues, students, and partners. The Directorate has over 300 employees and works with a wide range of external contractors.
What’s in it for you?
* Competitive salary – and excellent pension scheme.
* Generous annual leave – 32 days annual leave, and 8 Bank Holidays, plus the option to buy additional holiday days.
* Professional development – we offer a comprehensive package of training and development opportunities to help you achieve your full potential
* Our community – we value diversity and believe our differences make us stronger.
* The perks! MySalford, our online employee portal, offers a wide range of lifestyle benefits and discounts.
* Sustainable Salford – commitment to Net Zero by 2038 and embedding sustainability in all aspects of university life.
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