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:
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 improve our food services
5. Supporting the creation of new menus and food concepts
6. Representing Chartwells and maintaining a positive brand image
7. Monitoring inventories to keep kitchens well-stocked
8. Maintaining hygiene standards through kitchen cleaning responsibilities
9. Complying with Food Handling, Hygiene, and Health & Safety regulations
Qualifications and experience required:
* City & Guilds 706/1 & 2 or NVQ equivalent
* Experience supervising a team
* Experience in a similar Chef role
* Food Hygiene certificate
* Flexible approach to working
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 have focused on helping those in education to build strong bodies, sharp minds, and lead healthy lives. We serve millions of nutritious meals weekly across primary and secondary schools, colleges, and universities in the UK. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and all employees must share this commitment. Employment offers are subject to pre-employment checks, including an enhanced DBS disclosure and 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 for work with children.
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