Chef Hands Required at Manchester United

Your Journey into the Kitchen Starts Here!

Ready to give cheffing a go?

If you've ever thought about becoming a chef but weren't sure where to start, Chef Hands is for you.

You don't need years of experience. You don't need to know every knife skill or cooking technique. What matters most is a positive attitude, enthusiasm and a willingness to learn. We'll teach you the rest.

Our Chef Hands programme is designed to help people take their first steps into the culinary world, building confidence, skills and experience in a supportive environment. You'll be guided by talented chefs who genuinely want to see you succeed and help you discover what you're capable of.

So if you love food, enjoy working with people and are ready for a new challenge, this could be the start of something exciting.

What You'll Learn

Through a mix of online learning and hands-on kitchen experience, you'll gain the skills and confidence needed to begin your culinary career.

You'll learn about:

• Food Safety
• Kitchen Operations
• Safe Working Practices
• Service Standards
• Teamwork and Communication

And that's only the beginning.

You'll work alongside experienced chefs during real services, learning everything from food preparation and kitchen organisation to plating dishes and supporting a busy brigade. Every shift is an opportunity to learn something new.

You'll Never Be Left To Figure It Out Alone

Starting something new can feel daunting, but that's exactly why Chef Hands exists.

Our Learn, Train, Work, Earn, Succeed programme is built around supporting you every step of the way. You'll receive ongoing guidance, practical training and mentorship from chefs who have worked at some of the UK's most prestigious sporting and hospitality events.

We're passionate about developing people and helping them grow, whether you're looking for your first kitchen role or hoping to build a long-term career in food.

Where Could Chef Hands Take You?

The opportunities are endless.

Some of our team members have gone on to work alongside Michelin-starred chefs at world-renowned events including Wimbledon and Cheltenham Festival, cooking alongside culinary legends such as Michel Roux Jr. and Clare Smyth.

Every successful chef started somewhere. Chef Hands could be where your journey begins.

What We Need From You

We're not looking for perfection. We're looking for potential.

All we ask is that you bring:

✅ A positive, can-do attitude

✅ A passion for food

✅ A willingness to learn and take on new challenges

✅ Reliability and commitment throughout the season

✅ Comfort working some 12-hour shifts

✅ Aged 18+

✅ A CV and short cover letter

The Most Important Ingredient? You.

Kitchen skills can be taught. Confidence can be built. Experience comes with time.

If you're enthusiastic, hardworking and ready to learn, we'll provide the training, support and guidance to help you succeed. Bring the attitude. We'll help you learn the ropes.

Apply Now!!

Complete our short online application form (make sure to attach your CV and cover letter!) – tell us about yourself, and why you would LOVE this opportunity! Use this space to really show us what makes you stand out from the crowd and why you would be a great fit for our Chef Hands team. We can’t wait to hear from you!