Job Ref: INT25886
Branch: Holiday Inn Manchester Airport
Location: Holiday Inn Manchester Airport, Manchester
Salary/Benefits: £35,000 per annum plus very competitive service charge
Contract type: Permanent
Hours: Full Time
Shift pattern: Typically 2pm-10pm
Hours per week: 40 hours per week
Posted date: 02/09/2026
Closing date: 14/10/2026
Who are we?
Aimbridge Hospitality EMEA are a division of the global Aimbridge Hospitality brand. We’re passionate about connecting great people to great experiences in exciting destinations, working with brands such as Hilton, IHG, Accor, Marriott and everything in between. From the rich diversity of our people and locations to our “people first” approach to business, the Aimbridge experience is like no other.
What is in it for you?
As part of the Aimbridge team, you will have access to industry leading benefits that include
- Industry leading training and leadership development opportunities
- Hotel discounts portfolio wide – Staff rates and up to 50% discount on food beverage and spa
- 24/7 access to our employee assistance programme
- Career and lifestyle breaks – Allowing you to take time off for key life events.
- Uncapped incentives to reward you for your contributions
A day in the life of…
As Sous Chef, your key responsibilities include preparing, cooking, and presenting dishes within your specialty. Working across two menu's in the Holiday Inn Restaurant including the brand menu aswell as the Firin Menu - serving traditional turkish food, prepared fresh! On average serving between 250-350 guests per night.
You are also responsible for managing and training any chef de parties or commis working with you, helping the junior sous chef and head chef to develop new dishes and menus, and ensuring that you and your team maintain high standards of food hygiene and follow health and safety regulations. Additionally, monitoring portion and waste control to maintain profit margins is a crucial part of your role. By fulfilling these responsibilities, you'll play a vital role in ensuring the success of the kitchen and all hotel food and beverage operations.
What do we need from you?
- To be a successful in this role, you'll need great cooking skills and a deep understanding of different ingredients, flavors, and cooking techniques.
- You also need to have a cool head and be able to work well under pressure. Additionally, you must have the ability to delegate tasks appropriately to your team members and have strong organisational skills to manage your section effectively.
- A commitment to maintaining a clean and hygienic kitchen environment, including adherence to food safety regulations and proper use of kitchen equipment and cleaning products.
- An understanding of profit margins is essential to ensure that the kitchen runs efficiently and profitably, allowing you to excel in your role and contribute to the success of the kitchen and restaurant.
Most importantly, to be successful in this role you will be passionate about providing an exceptional guest experience and living through our brand standards
At Aimbridge we offer a place for you to grow, succeed and belong. If you’re ready, it’s time to open your door to what’s possible just a few clicks away… Come on in, we’d love to welcome you to our inclusive team shaping the future of hospitality.
Located immediately opposite Terminal 2 at Manchester International Airport. The hotel is positioned just a few yards from the terminal entrance and within minutes walk of Terminals 1, 3 and the railway station. We’re in the perfect spot if you’re travelling for business or leisure.
Planning to visit Manchester City Centre? You can be there within 20 minutes from leaving the airport, on the direct train connection. Likewise the hotel is less than a mile from Junction 5 of the M56.
When you step into the hotel, you are welcomed into the contemporary Open Lobby, which combines the front desk, lobby, restaurant, bar, lounge and business centre into one versatile, stylish area. In addition, the stunning restaurant, Firin is the culinary heart of the hotel, a modern vision of the traditional Istanbul pide salon. Modern Turkish casual dining crafted around impressive theatre kitchen.
280 modern bedrooms are offered across six floors. Our contemporary, spacious bedrooms feature floor-to-ceiling windows, with many providing views of the airport runway and include a range of double, twin, family, executive and accessible while the southern corner of the sixth floor offers a spectacular suite with an exterior terrace. The fitness suite is located on the 7th floor.
