Sales and Operations Assistant Manager (Based in Manchester)
Posted 7 days ago by Hey! Food is Ready
Negotiable
Undetermined
Undetermined
Manchester Area, United Kingdom
Summary: The role of City Representative at Hey! Food is Ready involves launching and growing the catering marketplace in Manchester by building relationships with local chefs and corporate clients. This part-time, project-based position offers flexible hours and is ideal for individuals passionate about food and community. The representative will oversee chef onboarding, manage client relationships, coordinate events, and provide local market insights. The position emphasizes community empowerment and cultural diversity through food experiences.
Key Responsibilities:
- Identify and recruit passionate home cooks and chefs from diverse cultural backgrounds across Manchester.
- Guide chefs through the onboarding process and help them set up on the platform.
- Build and maintain relationships with local businesses, event venues, community organisations, and co-working spaces.
- Represent the company's mission and services in a professional and engaging way.
- Travel to event sites when needed to support chefs, oversee setup, and ensure smooth delivery of service.
- Share feedback on trends, opportunities, and challenges to help shape growth strategy in Manchester.
Key Skills:
- Strong people and communication skills.
- Passion for food, culture, and community empowerment.
- Ability to work independently and manage your own time.
- Based in or near Manchester, with flexibility to travel locally.
- Experience in food, hospitality, events, or community engagement is a plus.
- Multilingual skills are welcome but not required.
Salary (Rate): undetermined
City: Manchester
Country: United Kingdom
Working Arrangements: undetermined
IR35 Status: undetermined
Seniority Level: undetermined
Industry: Other
(You need to already be based in Manchester to apply for this role.)
Who We Are
We are Hey! Food is Ready – the UK’s first hyperlocal online catering marketplace connecting certified cooks from diverse cultural backgrounds with companies looking for inclusive and exciting food experiences for their events. Whether it’s a buffet lunch, a networking session, or a team celebration, we deliver authentic cuisine prepared by talented local chefs. Many of our cooks are refugees, immigrants, stay-at-home parents, or retirees who use our platform to share their food, culture, and stories — while earning meaningful income. We’re on a mission to make catering delicious, impactful, and culturally rich – and now we’re expanding to Manchester !
About the Role
We’re looking for a City Representative to help us launch and grow Hey! Food is Ready in Manchester . You’ll be our on-the-ground lead, building strong relationships with chefs and corporate clients, and ensuring smooth, successful events. This is a part-time, project-based role with flexible working hours — perfect for someone who’s passionate about food, community, and entrepreneurship.
Key Responsibilities
- Chef Onboarding
- Identify and recruit passionate home cooks and chefs from diverse cultural backgrounds across Manchester
- Guide them through our onboarding process and help them set up on the platform
- Client Relationship Management
- Build and maintain relationships with local businesses, event venues, community organisations, and co-working spaces
- Represent our mission and services in a professional and engaging way
- Event Coordination & Site Visits
- Travel to event sites when needed to support chefs, oversee setup, and ensure smooth delivery of service
- Local Market Insights
- Share feedback on trends, opportunities, and challenges to help shape our growth strategy in Manchester
What We’re Looking For
- Strong people and communication skills
- Passion for food, culture, and community empowerment
- Ability to work independently and manage your own time
- Based in or near Manchester, with flexibility to travel locally
- Experience in food, hospitality, events, or community engagement is a plus
- Multilingual skills are welcome but not required
What We Offer
- Flexible working hours
- Paid, project-based compensation
- A chance to join a growing social impact start-up
- Meaningful experience supporting local communities through food
- Travel and meal expenses covered for onsite visits
How to Apply
Interested? We’d love to hear from you! Please apply via Linkedin with the following information:
- A brief introduction about yourself
- Why you’re interested in this role
- Any relevant experience you’d like to share
Let’s make Manchester more delicious — one plate at a time.