Join Our Team as a Chef!
At Compass, we believe in rewarding your hard work with a comprehensive benefits package designed to support you and your family. Here’s what we offer:
* Work Schedule: Monday to Friday, Term Time only (42.5 weeks)
* Pension: Contributory pension scheme
* Career Growth: Opportunities through our Career Pathways and MyLearning programmes
* Healthcare: Quick access to a Digital GP for you and your immediate family, plus wider healthcare benefits
* Travel Discounts: Exclusive offers with TUI, Expedia, Booking.com, and more
* Grocery Savings: Discounts at Tesco, Sainsbury's, Morrisons, and others
* Cinema Perks: Up to 44% off cinema tickets for your favorite blockbusters
* Cash Rewards: Earn cash rewards every time you spend, usable at a wide range of brands
* Wellness Programs: Free wellness, mindfulness, and exercise classes
* Share the Love: Discounts and offers can be shared with friends and family
About Us
As part of Compass, you’ll help feed people, fuel progress, and forge connections in around 6,000 venues. Join us to grow your career with the industry leader, offering competitive pay, fantastic perks, and unrivaled opportunities for learning and development at one of the UK's largest businesses.
We are currently seeking an ambitious Chef to create exceptional food experiences for Chartwells on a full-time basis, contracted to 37.5 hours per week. In this role, you will prepare and serve food that brightens our clients' and customers' days, all within the market-leading food service company in the UK. You’ll have every opportunity to progress within a company that invests in its people, celebrates individuality, and recognizes those who go above and beyond.
This position will start in the last week of August.
Your Key Responsibilities
* Prepare delicious, high-quality food that delights our clients and customers
* Oversee and implement menu changes
* Identify opportunities to improve our food services
* Act on customer feedback to consistently enhance our offerings
* Support the creation of new menus and innovative food concepts
* Represent Chartwells and maintain a positive brand image
* Monitor inventories to keep our kitchens well-stocked
* Ensure kitchen cleanliness to maintain hygiene standards
* Comply with Food Handling, Hygiene, and Health & Safety regulations
Our Ideal Chef Will
* Be passionate about great-tasting food and exceptional customer service
* Hold a City & Guilds 706/1 & 2 or NVQ equivalent
* Have experience supervising a team
* Possess experience in a similar Chef role
* Hold a Food Hygiene certificate
* Have a flexible approach to working
Why Choose Compass?
At Compass Group UK&I, we are committed to fostering an environment where every individual can truly be themselves at work. 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!
Are you ready to bring your passion and culinary skills to Chartwells? We can’t wait to meet you!