Overview

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Base pay range: £36,000 + Monthly Bonus + Share Options

London Based with frequent UK wide travel

We are Sessions, on a mission to bring non-stop originality to every kitchen. Founded in 2020, Sessions has launched and scaled 10 unique food brands, partnered with over 300 licensee kitchens, and delivered more than 3 million orders. We are expanding into franchising and growing our portfolio across high streets throughout the UK. Our brands include SoBe Burger, Little Bao Boy, and collaborations with globally recognised names; for example, Netflix-associated experiences like the Squid Game Korean Chicken menu, and Ivan Ramen (featured on Chef’s Table). Led by former executives from Deliveroo, BrewDog and Soho House, Sessions is backed by investors Imbiba and Guinness Ventures.

We are Agile - Customer-obsessed, adapting quickly to meet needs

We are Ambitious - We create on-trend brands and aim to be tastemakers

We are Fun - Playfulness is at the heart of our culture

We are Data-Driven - We challenge assumptions and focus on insights

The Role

As a Trainer, you’ll be on the road (or train!), visiting host sites such as restaurants, pubs, hotels, and leisure venues that integrate Sessions brands (mostly delivery only). You’ll ensure their teams are set up for success through hands-on training across multiple areas.

• Culinary Training – teach teams to prepare our brands to the highest standard using carefully sourced ingredients.
• Tech Training – guide staff on using Sessions’ technology, including hardware and backend software for operational monitoring.
• Best Practice for Success – share key insights, tips, and must-dos to help sites maximise performance.
• Equipment, Health & Safety, and Food Safety – provide kitchen expertise to uphold quality and compliance standards; report concerns to Partner Success and Sales teams.

What you will do

• Travel frequently (up to 4 days per week) across the UK, working directly with host partners.
• Onboard, launch & retrain food brands into partner kitchens.
• Train teams on tech systems and success metrics.
• Deliver brand training sessions and follow-up support.
• Audit kitchens against KPI targets.
• Collaborate with Partner Success Managers and Business Development teams.
• Assess kitchen capabilities and readiness.
• Support the creation of training materials (playbooks, videos, etc.).
• Ensure compliance with health, hygiene, and food safety standards.

What you need

• 4+ years of senior chef experience.
• Passion for food and hospitality.
• Ability to build strong relationships quickly.
• Willingness to travel frequently.
• Confidence in training and coaching teams.
• Experience across multiple food concepts and cuisines.
• High standards for food quality and hygiene.
• Experience with virtual brands or dark kitchens (preferred).
• Experience working with delivery platforms (e.g., Deliveroo).
• Proactive problem-solving mindset.
• Right to work in the UK.

Sessions is a Living Wage & Equal Opportunity Employer. We review applications anonymously—hiring based on experience and skills alone. Everyone is welcome, regardless of background, gender, neurodiversity, or any other factor.

Curators of original food, brands and experiences. Bringing non-stop originality to tables everywhere.