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 expectations.
Please note: This role is contracted to 44 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:
1. Preparing delicious, high-quality food that delights our clients and customers
2. Overseeing and implementing menu changes
3. Identifying opportunities to improve our food services
4. Listening to and acting on customer feedback to continuously improve our food services
5. Supporting the creation of new menus and innovative food concepts
6. Representing Chartwells and maintaining a positive brand image
7. Monitoring inventories to ensure kitchens are well-stocked
8. Overseeing kitchen cleaning responsibilities to maintain hygiene standards
9. Complying with Food Handling, Hygiene, and Health and Safety regulations
Our ideal Chef will:
1. Be passionate about great-tasting food and exceptional customer service
2. Hold a City & Guilds 706/1 & 2 or NVQ equivalent
3. Have experience supervising a team
4. Have experience in a similar Chef role
5. Hold a Food Hygiene certificate
6. Have a flexible approach to working
Part of Compass Group UK&I, Chartwells is a leading provider of catering and support services to the education sector. For over 25 years, Chartwells has focused on helping those in education build strong bodies, sharp minds, and lead healthy lives. Every week, Chartwells serves millions of nutritious and delicious meals to pupils and students in primary and secondary schools, academies, independent schools, colleges, and universities across the UK.
Chartwells is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All employees will be required to complete pre-employment checks, including an enhanced DBS disclosure and a Children's Barred List check. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, and applicants must declare all previous convictions and cautions to assess suitability to work with children.
Job Reference: com/2105/40555001/52740148/BU #State Schools
Compass Group UK&I values diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment where every individual can thrive and reach their full potential. We celebrate the unique talents, backgrounds, and abilities of all team members, fostering a culture of respect and empowerment.
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