Overview
We’re currently recruiting an ambitious Chef to help us create exceptional food experiences for Chartwells on a part-time basis contracted to 27.5 hours per week. As a Chef, you will be responsible for preparing and serving high-quality food that delights our clients and customers, within the market-leading UK food service company. You’ll have opportunities to progress within a company that invests in its people, celebrates individuality, and rewards and recognises employees who go beyond the plate.
Note: This role is contracted to 44 weeks per year.
Key Responsibilities
* Preparing delicious, high-quality food that delights our clients and customers
* Overseeing and implementing menu changes
* Identifying opportunities to improve our food services
* Listening and acting on customer feedback to consistently improve our food services
* Supporting with the creation of new menus and creative food concepts
* Representing Chartwells and maintaining a positive brand image
* Monitoring inventories to keep our kitchens well-stocked
* Overseeing kitchen cleaning responsibilities to maintain hygiene standards
* Complying with Food Handling, Hygiene and Health and Safety regulations
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
* Have experience in a similar Chef role
* Hold a Food Hygiene certificate
* Have a flexible approach to working
Company and Requirements
Part of Compass Group UK&I, Chartwells is the leading provider of catering and support services to the education sector. Chartwells has a long history of helping those in education to build strong bodies, sharp minds and lead long healthy lives. Every week, Chartwells serves nutritious 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. Any offer of employment will be subject to 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 are asked to declare all previous convictions and cautions to assess suitability to work with children.
Job Reference: com/1509/97517001/52667607/R/BU #State Schools
Compass Group UK&I is committed to fostering an environment where every individual can 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.
Job Details
* Seniority level: Entry level
* Employment type: Part-time
* Job function: Management and Manufacturing
* Industries: Food and Beverage Services
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