We\'re currently recruiting an ambitious Assistant Chef to help us create exceptional food experiences for Chartwells on a full time basis contracted to 42.6 hours per week. As a Assistant Chef you will be responsible for preparing and serving the kind of food that truly brightens our clients\' and customers\' days, all within the market-leading food service company in the UK. You\'ll get given every opportunity to progress within a company that invests in its people, celebrates individuality, and rewards and recognises employees who go beyond the plate.Here\'s an idea of what your shift pattern will be: Mon-Fri, full time daysPlease note: This role is contracted to 42.6 weeks per yearCould you bring your passion and culinary skill to Chartwells? Here\'s what you need to know before applying:Your key responsibilities will include: To prepare, cook and assemble menus aligned to client environment and centrally driven menus and promotions where appropriateFollow set portion control and ensure all food is purchased in the first instance from our preferred list of suppliers wherever possibleTo ensure all food is stored, handled and packed at the correct temperature and in accordance with Food Handling and Hygiene Regulations.To maintain records of temperatures and remedial action taken where necessary, reporting all issues to your line managerTo serve on the food counters in the client's premises following all customer service standardsUse machinery as shown and trained to ensure equipment is used safely and in accordance with legislation, and reporting of equipment issues to your line managerTo ensure that work areas are kept clean and that all waste is recorded and disposed of correctly.To be competent and skilled to work in all areas of preparation, cook and counter service.Ensure the quality and presentation of the food is to the highest standard and specification.Ensure the quality and the presentation of hospitality catering is to the highest standardTo comply with all Health and safety legislation.To attend and comply with any training by Brands, Health and Safety, Food Safety etc.To ensure you comply with current dress and personal hygiene regulations.To be responsible for monitoring and recording, day to day production schedule of each menu item.Our ideal Assistant Chef will:Competent to work within or lead, manage and develop the teamActs in line with guidelines and procedures, to ensure the team operates to it's maximum potentialAlways strives to deliver above and beyond the expectations set by management, customer and clientHas a proven desire for the delivery of the highest quality of service and food offer obtainableHas the drive to ensure that all results are attained in the most professional and honest mannerAs part of Compass you\'ll help to feed people, fuel progress and forge connections in around 6,000 venues. Join us to grow your career with the industry leader, and get competitive pay, great perks and unrivalled opportunities for learning and development, at one of the UK\'s biggest businesses.Job Reference: com/0710/C28501/52564362/BU IndependentCompass Group UK&I is committed to fostering an environment where every individual can truly be themselves at work and has equal opportunities to advance in their careers. We strive to build a culture that respects and celebrates the unique talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and abilities of all our team members. We want our colleagues to feel valued, empowered to reach their full potential, and to thrive - because diversity is our strength!