Overview
Are you a skilled and motivated chef looking to bring your passion to a vibrant university setting? We are looking for a dedicated Chef to join our catering team at Cavendish House, University of Derby. This is a hands-on role that plays a key part in delivering high-quality food and exceptional service for students, staff, and visitors - from everyday dining to large-scale events.
Working within a professional and friendly kitchen environment, you\'ll support the smooth running of daily operations and contribute to the success of our hospitality services across campus venues. Assist in the day-to-day running of the kitchen, maintaining high standards of food quality and presentation.
Responsibilities
* Supervise, train, and support kitchen staff to ensure effective performance and team morale
* Help plan menus that consider dietary needs, student preferences, and seasonal availability
* Maintain strict hygiene, food safety, and allergen standards in line with HACCP and company policies
* Manage stock levels, ordering, and waste reduction effectively
* Deliver catering services for events, conferences, and hospitality functions
* Collaborate with front-of-house teams to ensure a smooth and professional service
* Provide flexible support across other university catering sites as needed
* Assist in the day-to-day running of the kitchen, maintaining high standards of food quality and presentation
Qualifications
* NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Professional Cookery (or equivalent)
* Minimum of 3 years\' experience in a kitchen environment, ideally within high-volume catering
* Strong knowledge of food safety regulations and allergen management
* Excellent organisational, communication, and problem-solving skills
* Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel between university sites
About the employer
Aramark (NYSE: ARMK) is in the customer service business across food, facilities and uniforms, wherever people work, learn, recover, and play. United by a passion to serve, our more than 247,000 team members deliver experiences that enrich and nourish the lives of millions of people in 19 countries around the world every day.
Job details
* Location: Cavendish House, University of Derby (DE1 1DZ) Derby
* Hours: 37.5 hours per week (5 days over 7, including occasional weekends)
* Shift: 7:00am - 3:30pm
* Salary: £25,000-£27,000 per annum (dependent on experience)
* Benefits: Employee benefit platform with discounts and wellbeing resources
* Free uniform provided
* Discounted meals while on shift
* On-site parking available
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