At a Glance
- Tasks: Create delicious meals that brighten students' days and oversee menu changes.
- Company: Join Chartwells, a leading food service company in the UK focused on education.
- Benefits: Part-time hours, career progression, and a supportive work environment.
- Other info: Be part of a diverse team that values individuality and promotes career growth.
- Why this job: Bring your culinary passion to a role that makes a real difference in students' lives.
- Qualifications: Experience as a Chef, with relevant qualifications and a flexible approach.
The predicted salary is between 24000 - 30000 £ per year.
We're currently recruiting an ambitious Chef to help us create exceptional food experiences for Chartwells on a part time basis contracted to 25 hours per week. As a Chef, you will be responsible for preparing and serving the kind of food that truly brightens our clients' and customers' days, all within the market-leading food service company in the UK. You'll get given every opportunity to progress within a company that invests in its people, celebrates individuality, and rewards and recognises employees who go beyond the plate.
Here's what you need to know before applying:
- 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
Chartwells is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all employees to share this commitment. 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!
School Chef Manager in East Horsley employer: Compass Group
Chartwells is an exceptional employer that prioritises the well-being and growth of its employees, offering a supportive work culture where individuality is celebrated. As part of Compass Group UK&I, we provide ample opportunities for career progression within the leading food service company in the UK, all while creating meaningful culinary experiences for students across the education sector. Join us to be part of a team that values your passion for food and commitment to customer service, ensuring you thrive in a rewarding environment.
