At Chartwells Independent, we recognise and reward the hard work of our teams. That's why we offer a comprehensive benefits package which includes, but is not limited to:Contributory pension schemeCareer development pathways and access to our MyLearning platformFast access to a Digital GP for you and your immediate family, alongside a range of healthcare benefitsExclusive travel discounts with TUI, Expedia, Booking.com and moreSavings on your weekly shop with discounts at Tesco, Sainsbury's, Morrisons and other leading supermarketsUp to 44% off cinema ticketsCashback rewards on everyday purchases, redeemable across a wide variety of retailersFree wellness, mindfulness, and exercise classes to support your wellbeingThe ability to share many of these offers with friends and family We are currently recruiting for a Support Chef Manager to join our dynamic regional team in South Region, supporting our independent school portfolio. This is an exciting opportunity to work with a passionate and professional team, delivering exceptional food experiences for pupils and staff in some of the UK's most respected independent schools. At Chartwells Independent, you'll be joining a forward-thinking organisation committed to innovation, quality, and making food a real highlight of the school day. With a growing portfolio of schools across the UK, this role provides the opportunity to further your career in a high-quality environment with support, development, and a strong people-first culture. Key responsibilities will include:Providing hands-on support to school-based catering teams, stepping into leadership roles when requiredEnsuring smooth kitchen operations and consistent service delivery across a number of schoolsPreparing fresh, high-quality food from scratch in line with our culinary standards and nutritional ethosUpholding the highest standards of food safety, health and safety, and kitchen hygieneSupporting menu planning, stock control, food ordering, and production levels in line with budgetary and operational requirementsSupporting projects including re-launches, sales and mobilisations. The ideal candidate will be:Genuinely passionate about food, service, and positively impacting young people's daily experienceAn effective communicator and team player, able to inspire and lead teams in a positive and supportive wayFinancially aware, with the ability to manage costs and resources efficiently.A skilled chef with a strong culinary background and relevant experience or qualifications Join us at Chartwells Independent, part of the Compass Group family.About UsAs 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.Job Reference: com/0306/98577001/52742508/SU IndependentCompass 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!