Food Industry jobs in Manchester

The food industry encompasses all businesses involved in producing, processing, distributing, and selling food products. This sector ensures that delicious meals and snacks reach consumers, providing essential nutrition and pleasure. Workers in this industry often possess skills in culinary arts, supply chain management, and food safety.


There are 1,074 food industry jobs in Manchester, ENG. These food industry jobs salaries between £25,420 to £39,102 per year.

Job title

Updated Sept 15, 2026
Job title
Manchester, ENG
England
Job postings (Manchester)

Chef

Manchester

£15.22 per hour

England

£14.77 per hour

Server

Manchester

£13.73 per hour

England

£14.25 per hour

Barista

Manchester

£13.32 per hour

England

£13.59 per hour

Line Cook

Manchester

£14.22 per hour

England

£14.72 per hour

Sous Chef

Manchester

£35,482 per year

England

£34,271 per year

Cook

Manchester

£14.32 per hour

England

£13.73 per hour

Bartender

Manchester

£13.80 per hour

England

£14.19 per hour

Kitchen Porter

Manchester

£13.19 per hour

England

£13.26 per hour

Head Chef

Manchester

£39,102 per year

England

£39,572 per year

Host/Hostess

Manchester

£14.00 per hour

England

£14.08 per hour

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Frequently asked questions

How are the job titles and salaries chosen for this page?

Jobs listed on this page highlight the top 10 job titles with the most openings as of updated Sept 15, 2026. Salary estimates are taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months and are updated daily. Please refer to the employer's job description for specific salary information.

How does Chef pay in Manchester compare to the state average?

Chef professionals in Manchester earn an average of £15.22 per hour, compared with the average in England of £14.77 per hour.

How many job openings are currently available in Manchester?

There are 1074 open jobs in Manchester. Chef, Server and Barista are among those with the most openings at the moment.

How many openings are available by job title?

There are numerous job openings across all experience levels, with 270 Chef roles, 146 Server roles and 120 Barista openings currently listed.