Salary: £27559.00 per annumShift hours: Full TimeStep aboard the Countess of York and create an unforgettable afternoon tea experience in the heart of the National Railway Museum. Housed in a beautifully restored 1950s carriage, the Countess of York offers guests a journey into timeless elegance - and we’re looking for a talented Afternoon Tea Chef to bring our menus to life. Reporting to the Head Chef, this full-time position (40 hours per week) calls for precision, and a passion for patisserie, ensuring that every guest is treated to a first-class culinary experience. In return, you will have the opportunity to develop your culinary career with a company that invests in its people, celebrates individuality, and recognises those who go beyond the plate.Key Responsibilities:Preparing elegant sandwiches, pastries, cakes, and scones with consistent quality and attention to detailEnsuring all dishes are presented beautifully in keeping with the Countess of York’s premium brand imageSupporting the use of seasonal produce and contributing ideas to menu developmentMaintaining excellent stock control and minimising wasteWorking closely with front-of-house to ensure smooth service and timingMaintaining kitchen cleanliness and organisation in compliance with Food Hygiene and Health & Safety standardsRepresenting Compass Group UK&I with professionalism and prideAbout you:A passion for patisserie and afternoon tea service, with an eye for elegant presentationProven experience as a chef, ideally in a patisserie, afternoon tea, or fine dining environmentExcellent organisational skills and the ability to work under pressureStrong communication skills to work closely with both kitchen and front-of-house teamsCreativity while maintaining consistency in qualityFlexibility to adapt to changing demands and special eventsCommitment to exceptional hygiene and safety standardsReliability and strong timekeepingAbout us:Working with us has its perks! People are at the heart of everything we do, so we've developed a range of benefits and development opportunities:Contributory pension schemeFree meals on dutyAdditional holiday purchase schemePersonal Development and Training opportunitiesCareer growth through our Career Pathways and MyLearning programmesQuick access to a Digital GP and comprehensive healthcare for you and your immediate familySharebuy scheme‘Be a Star’ recognition award‘Refer a Friend’ schemeA great wellbeing strategy - including access to our Employee Assistance ProgrammeLife assurance schemeGym and Health Club discountsRegular social events and communication with our leadersExclusive discounts on travel, food shopping, cinema tickets and more!Join a company that invests in its people, values individuality, and rewards great work. Apply today!As 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.Compass 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!Reference: compass/TP/2665334/195798Location: York