Join Our Team as a Part-Time Chef!
Are you ready to bring your culinary passion to life? We're on the lookout for an ambitious Chef to create exceptional food experiences with Chartwells, a leader in the UK food service industry. This part-time role is contracted for 25 hours per week, and you'll have the chance to make a real difference in our clients' and customers' lives through the power of great food.
At Chartwells, we believe in investing in our people, celebrating individuality, and recognizing those who go above and beyond. If you're eager to grow and thrive in a supportive environment, we want to hear from you!
Your Shift Patterns
Shift patterns may vary, but please note that this role is contracted for 43.6 weeks per year.
Your Key Responsibilities
As a Chef, you will:
* Prepare delicious, high-quality food that delights our clients and customers.
* Oversee and implement menu changes to keep our offerings fresh and exciting.
* Identify opportunities to enhance our food services.
* Act on customer feedback to continuously improve our culinary offerings.
* Support the creation of new menus and innovative food concepts.
* Represent Chartwells and maintain a positive brand image.
* Monitor inventories to ensure our kitchens are well-stocked.
* Oversee kitchen cleaning responsibilities to uphold hygiene standards.
* Comply with Food Handling, Hygiene, and Health and Safety regulations.
What We're Looking For
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 hours.
About Chartwells
As part of Compass Group UK&I, Chartwells is the leading provider of catering and support services to the education sector. For over 25 years, we've focused on helping those in education build strong bodies and sharp minds, serving millions of nutritious and delicious meals to students across the UK.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All employees are expected to share this commitment, and any offer of employment will be subject to successful pre-employment checks, including an enhanced DBS disclosure and a Children's Barred List check. This position is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, and we ask applicants to declare all previous convictions and cautions to assess their suitability to work with children.
Our Commitment to Diversity
At Compass Group UK&I, we strive to create an environment where every individual can truly be themselves and has equal opportunities to advance in their careers. We celebrate the unique talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and abilities of all our team members. We want you to feel valued, empowered, and ready to thrive—because diversity is our strength!
Ready to take the next step in your culinary career? Join us at Chartwells and make a difference!