Job Description

The department has only come together within the last 18 months 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.


The role-holder must demonstrate first-class catering and customer service skills, time management and organisational abilities, together with a high level of self-motivation and a commitment to working as part of a team and independently with equal ease.


The Executive Head Chef will proactively support key projects, packages of work and business support services, working to briefs provided by the head of food and drink as well as supporting the develop of business and improvement plans within the business functions.

Key Responsibilities

Responsible for implementing their culinary mark and managing the day-to-day delivery and continuous development of the food and catering provisions across multiple business units across 3 campuses.


Putting the staff, customers, and culture of continuous improvement at the centre of what we do, the role holder will contribute to the strategic direction of the service and be accountable for the operational planning, profit and loss and management of all the catering portfolio.


The Executive Head Chef will be responsible for achieving financial targets and pro-actively contribute to forecasting, business planning and budgeting in conjunction with the Head of Food & Drink. The post holder will also manage and develop processes and procedures whilst developing a large diverse team and all relevant resources required to ensure consistent service delivery.


Key to the role will be driving key partnerships with critical partners, developing strong working relationships with colleagues across the University, The Students Union, the local and national community.

About the School or About the Department

The Campus Experience department is a strategic and outward looking department overseeing the delivery of the Commercial Services, which comprises:


Catering, Retail and Hospitality Car Parking Conferences Residential Services Sports Centre Nursery Campus Events

What's in it for you?

Competitive salary

- and excellent pension scheme

An impressive 32 days leave

- plus bank holidays, additional time off at Christmas and the opportunity to buy even more!

Flexible working

- we support a culture of flexible and agile working to help you find the right balance

Professional development

- we offer a comprehensive package of training and development opportunities to help you achieve your full potential

Our community

- there's a real sense of belonging here at Salford. We value diversity, in backgrounds and in experiences. Our difference makes us stronger, and together we share a passion for improving students' lives

The Perks!

- MySalford, our online employee portal offers a wide range of lifestyle benefits and discounts

Wellbeing support

- all our people are important to us and we have services and facilities dedicated to your mental and physical health, ranging from an Employee Assistance Programme and counselling, to sports and fitness facilities including discounted gym memberships

Sustainable Salford

- we have a commitment to be Net Zero by 2038 and embed sustainability in all aspects of university life. *

Greater Manchester

- live and work in one of the most vibrant regions in the UK, a hot spot of digital innovation, excellent schools and colleges, and with affordable city, suburban and rural living options to suit a wide range of lifestyles