We're currently recruiting an ambitious Chef to help us create exceptional food experiences for Chartwells on a part-time basis contracted to 25 hours per week. As a Chef, you will be responsible for preparing and serving food that brightens our clients' and customers' days, within the market-leading food service company in the UK. You'll have opportunities to progress within a company that invests in its people, celebrates individuality, and rewards employees who go beyond the plate.
Please note: This role is contracted to 43 weeks per year.
Could you bring your passion and culinary skill to Chartwells? Here's what you need to know before applying:
Your key responsibilities will include:
* Preparing delicious, high-quality food that delights our clients and customers
* Overseeing and implementing menu changes
* Identifying opportunities to improve our food services
* Listening and acting on customer feedback to improve our food services
* Supporting the creation of new menus and food concepts
* Representing Chartwells and maintaining a positive brand image
* Monitoring inventories to keep kitchens well-stocked
* Overseeing kitchen cleaning to maintain hygiene standards
* Complying with Food Handling, Hygiene, and Health & Safety regulations
Our ideal Chef will:
* Be passionate about great-tasting food and customer service
* Hold a City & Guilds 706/1 & 2 or NVQ equivalent
* Have experience supervising a team
* Have experience in a similar Chef role
* Hold a Food Hygiene certificate
* Be flexible in working hours
Part of Compass Group UK&I, Chartwells provides catering and support services to the education sector. For over 25 years, we've focused on helping students build strong bodies and sharp minds. We serve millions of nutritious meals weekly across schools, colleges, and universities in the UK. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Employment will be subject to pre-employment checks, including an enhanced DBS disclosure and Children's Barred List check. This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, and all previous convictions and cautions must be declared.
Job Reference: com/0707/40416001/52748938/BU #State Schools
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