Chef Agency Manchester - 5 Star Chefs

DBS Checked

5 Star Food Hygiene

Short Notice Cover

Available 7 Days

Fully Insured

LOCAL, RELIABLE, EXPERIENCED

Manchester’s Trusted Chef Agency

Running a busy kitchen in Manchester means things can change fast. We’re a specialist chef agency in Manchester, providing trusted, short-notice and temporary chef cover for restaurants, hotels, pubs, and event caterers across the city.

Whether you need relief chefs, emergency sickness cover, or long-term temporary placements, our Manchester team can have a qualified professional in your kitchen within hours.

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SUPPORTING EVERY TYPE OF KITCHEN

Our Chef Services in Manchester

Reliable chef cover for hotels of all sizes, from boutique stays to large hospitality groups.

Keep your kitchen running smoothly every day of the week, with skilled chefs who are prepared to deliver results and hit the ground running.

Compassionate, experienced chefs who understand the unique needs of care home residents.

Film set catering that keeps cast and crew fuelled and focused. Fresh, hearty meals delivered on time, with menus tailored to demanding shoot schedules.

From working lunches to boardroom events, we provide chefs who represent your business.

Weddings, parties and special occasions - our chefs make your event exceptional.

We can often arrange experienced chefs at short notice across the North West.

CHEF TYPES AVAILABLE

Professional Chefs for Every Kitchen

Head Chef

Experienced leaders to run your kithen with skill and creativity.

Sous Chef

Reliable right-hand ches to support your kitchen operations.

Chef de Partie

Skilled section chefs across all areas of the kitchen.

Breakfast Chef

Specialist in breakfast service to start the day off right.

Pastry Chef

Creative pastry chefs for dessert, patisserie, and baked goods.

Commis Chef

Hard-working and enthusiastic support where you need it.

WHY CHOOSE 5 STAR CHEFS?

What Our Clients Say

We pride ourselves on delivering exceptional food and service, but don’t just take our word for it. See what our clients have to say.

    
 
 
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   Libby Cashman 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. the buffet i got from this company was outstanding, everybody enjoyed very happy
  
 
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   kim murray 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Amazing food amazing service will be returning again
  
 
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   John Murray 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. What a great service and amazing food catered for my nans funeral everyone was blown away with the food would highly recommend to anyone and great prices
  
 
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   Nicky McNevin 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Highly recommended company for chefs for quick cover, very friendly and great service. I have been using this company for a year and they have always been there for every need. All the chefs they have sent to us, have been friendly, hardworking and have fitted in perfectly with my own team of chefs. Nothing is too much trouble, Colin is professional, loyal, helpful and always on the other end of the phone to solve any staffing issues we have within our kitchen.
If you need chef cover i highly recommend 5*
Thanks to Colin and his team.
Nicky (catering manager Merseyside Fire & Rescue)
  
 
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   GARY BOND 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Have used these guys many times. Always on the ball and have been a god send for clients.
  
 
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   Kenno 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I used this service for a private function , couldn't be happier with the service , very professional and food was excellent . i would definitely use this service again and would highly recommend .
  
 
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 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Brilliant service all round . Used for a private function . Would use again . Highly recommend.

Here When You Need This

Our team consists of experienced recruiters who have a deep understanding of the temp agency industry. We use our expertise to match the right candidates with the right companies, ensuring a successful partnership.

Local
coverage

Serving Manchester, Salford, Stockport, Trafford, and the wider North West region.

Hospitality experts

Our consultants and chefs have years of hands-on industry experience, we know what it takes to keep a kitchen running.

Transparent pricing

We offer flexible, transparent pricing designed to suit your business needs — ensuring cost-effective chef cover without inflated agency rates.

Trusted by the trade

From fine dining restaurants to large-scale contract catering, we’re the go-to chef agency in Manchester for reliability and quality.

Rapid response

Our local chef network means we can fill urgent positions in just a few hours.

Common Reasons Businesses Call Us

Unexpected absences can throw everything off balance. We provide qualified chefs at short notice.

Keep your kitchen running smoothly while your team enjoys their well-earned time off.

From weekends to seasonal peaks, we provide extra kitchen support when demand is at its highest.

Struggling to a file a role permanently? We bridge the gap with reliable, experienced chefs.

Launching a new restaurant, hotel, or venue? We’ll help you build the right kitchen team from day one.

Weddings, private parties, or corporate functions – we supply skilled chefs to make your event a success.

Trusted by Leading Brands Across the UK

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OTHER LOCATIONS

Support Across the Region

We provide local expertise and cover across the North West.

Liverpool

5 Star Chefs is a trusted Chef Agency in Liverpool, providing dependable emergency and temp chefs for restaurants, hotels, pubs, and events across Merseyside.

Chester

5 Star Chefs is a trusted chef recruitment agency in Chester, connecting hospitality venues with reliable, highly skilled chefs at short notice.

North Wales

We are the leading chef agency in North Wales, providing reliable, short-notice and long-term kitchen cover for hospitality venues across the region.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How quickly can I get an emergency chef in Manchester?
In most cases, we can have a fully vetted chef on-site within just a few hours. Our Manchester team operates extended hours to deliver fast, same-day emergency cover when you need it most.
Do you cover both short-term and long-term placements?
Yes. We can provide chefs for a single shift, weekend cover, or long-term ongoing contracts — depending on your kitchen’s needs.
What levels of chefs can you provide?
We supply chefs at all levels — from Commis and CDPs to Sous and Head Chefs. Every chef is experienced, adaptable, and ready to maintain your service standards from the first shift.
Are your chefs vetted and insured?
Absolutely. All our chefs are fully reference-checked, ID-verified and insured. For sensitive environments, we also offer DBS-checked professionals.