Mobile Area Chef Manager - Cornwall & Devon in Liskeard

At Chartwells, 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:

• Monday to Friday Term time only (46 weeks per year)
• Company car (electric)
• Subsidised gym membership
• Contributory pension scheme
• Career development pathways and access to our MyLearning platform
• Fast access to a Digital GP for you and your immediate family, alongside a range of healthcare benefits
• Exclusive travel discounts with TUI, Expedia, Booking.com and more
• Savings on your weekly shop with discounts at Tesco, Sainsbury’s, Morrisons and other leading supermarkets
• Up to 44% off cinema tickets
• Cashback rewards on everyday purchases, redeemable across a wide variety of retailers
• Free wellness, mindfulness, and exercise classes to support your wellbeing
• The ability to share many of these offers with friends and family

Please note: This role is contracted to 46 weeks per year.

We are currently recruiting for a Support Chef Manager to join our dynamic regional team in Cornwall and Devon, supporting our state school portfolio. This is an exciting opportunity to work with a passionate and professional team within the education sector, delivering exceptional food experiences for pupils and staff in some of the UK’s most respected state schools. At Chartwells, 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 required
• Conducting student‑led food activities (engaging pop‑ups, meeting with the school councils, supporting in‑unit teams with craft skills)
• Ensuring smooth kitchen operations and consistent service delivery across a number of schools
• Preparing fresh, high‑quality food from scratch in line with our culinary standards and nutritional ethos
• Upholding the highest standards of food safety, health and safety, and kitchen hygiene
• Supporting menu planning, stock control, food ordering, and production levels in line with budgetary and operational requirements
• Supporting projects including re‑launches, sales and mobilisations. Overnight stays for a few nights across the year

The ideal candidate will be:

• Genuinely passionate about food, service, and positively impacting young people’s daily experience
• An effective communicator and team player, able to inspire and lead teams in a positive and supportive way
• Financially 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, part of the Compass Group family. Any offer of employment will be subject to successfully completing 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 we ask applicants to declare all previous convictions and cautions in order to assess their suitability to work with children. Compass 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!