Head Chef - Event focused hotel - The Alan JOIN US The Alan is about finding value where it was lost. Offering something new and unexpected in Manchester. Removing the original plasterboard which made the whole building disproportional, lowered ceilings and cluttered furniture. Exposing the history and heritage features, the brickwork, the original windows and the true tall dimensions of the rooms. Where a sensitive approach was taken, to reuse and upcycle as much of the materials as possible, repairing and refreshing existing parts of the building and engaging in disrupted waste streams. The ground floor collage of fragmented and discarded marble pieces is a perfect example of this. OUR BENEFITS You will have access to a benefits package we believe truly works for our people Competitive Salary Work life balance An additional day's holiday for your birthday Enhanced Maternity, adoption & shared parental leave Course Sponsorship Refer a Friend scheme Flexible working arrangements Wagestream - choose how and when you get paid Life Insurance Employee Assistance Programme Social and wellness events and activities all year round And much much more! A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A HEAD CHEF AT OUR HOTEL What you'll be doing As our Head Chef, you'll be the heartbeat of our kitchen operation. Leading banquets, events and a small restaurant. You'll lead a talented team, oversee production, and work closely with the management team to make sure every event runs seamlessly - every time. From recipe precision to food safety, you'll set the standard and inspire others to follow it. WHAT WE NEED FROM YOU Leading and motivating a team of chefs and kitchen staff Acting as the go-to person for both day-to-day kitchen operations and the sales and events team Championing food safety, quality, and innovation Managing resources, hitting production targets, and keeping the kitchen running like clockwork Supporting and developing your team WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR Solid experience in production kitchens Proven leadership in a kitchen or food manufacturing setting Level 3 Food Safety and GNVQ2/3 (or equivalent experience) A sharp eye for detail and a love for great food Confident with kitchen systems and paperwork A collaborative, can-do attitude and a calm head under pressure EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES The Alan Hotel is an equal opportunity employer. We believe in hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive, people-first culture. If at any point throughout our process you require reasonable adjustments, please contact .