At a Glance
- Tasks: Prepare high-quality food and oversee menu changes for schools in Ealing and Reading.
- Company: Join Chartwells, a leader in providing catering services to educational institutions.
- Benefits: Enjoy mileage coverage, a contributory pension scheme, and exclusive discounts on travel and groceries.
- Other info: Position is term time only, contracted for 47.6 weeks per year.
- Why this job: This role offers the chance to innovate menus and engage with customers in a vibrant environment.
- Qualifications: Proven experience as a Chef Manager with strong culinary skills and a passion for customer service.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
We are currently recruiting a Passionate Relief Chef Manager to bring the flavour to Chartwells on a full-time basis.
Start Date: 31st August 2026.
Working Hours and Terms: Monday to Friday, Term time only (47.6 weeks per year), Contracted to 47.6 weeks per year.
Travel: Travel to schools between Ealing and Reading. Own car preferable, but locations are easily accessible via public transport. Mileage and transportation costs will be covered.
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.
Qualifications:
- Proven experience in a role as Chef Manager, demonstrating a track record of catering for large numbers while making customers feel their meal was individually prepared for them.
- Ability to lead, develop, train and inspire a large team with a ‘big personality’ and great people skills.
- Real passion for food and customer service, with enthusiasm and recognition that customer engagement is key.
- Food innovation and development skills, staying up to date with current food trends.
- Ability to communicate at all levels.
- Superb culinary skills.
- Good financial understanding.
- High standards and quality driven.
- Excellent organisational skills.
- A 'Can do' attitude.
Benefits:
- Mileage or transport costs covered.
- Contributory pension scheme.
- Career Pathways and MyLearning programmes to grow your career.
- Quick access for you and your immediate family to a Digital GP and wider healthcare benefits.
- Exclusive travel discounts with TUI, Expedia, Booking.com and many more.
- Discounts on grocery shopping with Tesco, Sainsbury's, Morrisons and many more.
- Up to 44% off cinema tickets.
- Cash rewards every time you spend, usable on a wide range of brands.
- Free wellness, mindfulness and exercise classes.
- Share all discounts and offers with friends and families.
Equal Opportunity Statement: 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!
Relief Chef Manager - Ealing and Reading Schools employer: Compass Group UK & Ireland
Chartwells is dedicated to delivering exceptional food services in schools across Ealing and Reading. Employees benefit from a contributory pension scheme and access to a Digital GP. The team values diversity and fosters an inclusive culture where everyone can thrive.
Contact Details:
Compass Group UK & Ireland Recruitment Team
