M1 Tops Ltd

Dim Sum Chef

Manchester M1 4RJ

Key information

Pay
£30,000 to £35,000 a year
Hours
Full-time
Contract
Permanent
Remote working
On-site
Posted date
3 Sep 2026
Closing date
3 Oct 2026

About this role

About M1 Tops Ltd.

M1 Tops Ltd. operates a buffet restaurant dedicated to delivering quality dining experiences and exceptional value to our customers. To maintain the authenticity, high quality, and continuous supply of our traditional Cantonese dim sum section, we are seeking a skilled and passionate Dim Sum Chef to join our kitchen team.

Key Responsibilities

1.

Dim Sum Preparation & Craftsmanship

Plan, prepare, and produce a wide variety of high-quality traditional and authentic dim sum items (including steamed, baked, and fried dim sum, dumplings, and buns) according to company recipes and presentation standards.

2.

Buffet Supply & Production Scheduling

Calculate required quantities and schedule dim sum production batches to ensure fresh, continuous, and timely supply for peak buffet operating hours while minimizing food wastage.

3.

Quality & Portion Control

Oversee the testing and inspection of incoming raw ingredients for dim sum preparation, ensuring strict adherence to taste, texture, portion sizes, and visual presentation standards.

4. Kitchen

Hygiene & Food Safety (HACCP)

Ensure all dim sum preparation, steamer stations, and storage areas fully comply with UK food hygiene regulations, HACCP standards, and FSA safety guidelines.

5.

Inventory & Waste Management

Monitor stock levels of specialized dim sum ingredients, assist in placing ingredient orders with approved suppliers, and manage proper storage and stock rotation (FIFO).

6.

Menu Development & Station Training

Assist the Head Chef in introducing seasonal dim sum items and special dishes, while training and supervising junior kitchen commis chefs in dim sum preparation techniques.