Job Title: Prep Chef (Full-Time, Permanent)
Location: HOME Cafe & Bar, First Street, Manchester, M15 4FN
Hours: 30-40 hours per week on average (daytime shifts with occasional evenings)
Salary: £13.00 per hour + tips
About Us
HOME Cafe & Bar is situated in the heart of Manchester on vibrant First Street, sharing a venue with the renowned HOME Theatre and Cinema. Spread across three floors, we provide a welcoming food and drink experience for everyone — from casual coffee and brunch to pre-theatre dining and private events.
We’re proud of our team culture: supportive, friendly, tight-knit and always there to help one another. Whether it's a busy Saturday night or a quiet Tuesday morning, the focus stays the same — quality, consistency, and community.
The Role
We’re currently looking for a Prep Chef to join our kitchen team. This is a full-time, permanent position offering a wide range of responsibilities, from prepping ingredients for our cafe and restaurant to supporting our events and functions team with food preparation.
This is a key role in ensuring the smooth running of our kitchen operations. You’ll work directly under the Head Chef (or Sous Chef in their absence), and while the primary focus is prep, training will be provided for any occasional line cooking requirements.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare ingredients to spec, including chopping vegetables, cooking sauces, baking, and preparing meats.
- Follow recipes and spec sheets with precision.
- Support food prep for private events and functions (e.g., weddings, corporate bookings).
- Liaise with the Functions Team to ensure smooth food service for events.
- Maintain a clean and organised prep station.
- Communicate clearly with kitchen team members and front-of-house as needed.
- Follow all food safety, hygiene, and health & safety standards.
What We're Looking For
- A positive attitude and strong work ethic are essential.
- Some kitchen/prep experience is preferred, especially in high-volume or events-based environments.
- Confidence in following recipes and prep specifications accurately.
- Ability to work efficiently with good attention to detail.
- Flexibility to work occasional evenings for event support.
- A team player who values a friendly and collaborative kitchen environment.
- Must have the right to work in the UK and a good command of English.
What We Offer
- £13.00 per hour + tips
- 30–35 hours per week on average (mostly daytime shifts)
- Discount on food and drink within the venue
- 50% discount company-wide
- Free cinema and theatre tickets (in collaboration with our FOH team)
- Clear routes for progression and development
- Fully paid training tailored to your needs
- Staff meals and drinks during shifts
- Paid company events, including an annual Christmas party
- Supportive, friendly kitchen culture
- Uniform provided (partial); knives provided (you may use your own if preferred)
- Company pension & sick pay
Schedule
- 8 to 10 hour shifts
- Day shifts primarily, with occasional evening work
- Weekend availability required
- Flexibility around events is a plus
Location Requirements
You should be able to reliably commute to or plan to relocate to Manchester, M15 4FN before starting work.
Ready to Join Us?
If you’re looking for a role where you can grow, feel supported, and be part of something vibrant and unique, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply now to become part of the HOME kitchen team.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £13.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Discounted or free food
- Employee discount
Work Location: In person
