At a Glance
- Tasks: Join a friendly team to prepare delicious meals for our residential community.
- Company: A welcoming theology college with a supportive catering team.
- Benefits: Enjoy free meals, paid breaks, and no late-night shifts.
- Other info: Must have own transport; no public transport available.
- Why this job: Perfect for those seeking work-life balance in a nurturing environment.
- Qualifications: Catering qualification or final-year students welcome to apply.
Day Time Chef - Full or part time opportunities
The experience expected from applicants, as well as additional skills and qualifications needed for this job are listed below.
We are looking for a Chef (qualified or part-qualified) to join our small and welcoming catering team at our residential theology college. You will be joining a team of four: chefs and kitchen assistants, preparing meals for our residential community, and supporting lunchtime service for students, staff and guests.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop their catering career in a supportive environment, or for a chef wanting a role with better work-life balance than traditional restaurant kitchens.
Why Join us?
Daytime chef role - no late evening restaurant service
No Christmas working
Free staff meals on shift and paid break.
Free on-site parking
Small, friendly team environment
Work within a residential college campus
You must have your own transport - there is NO public transport to the site.
Call Sarah Isaac, HR Manager on for an informal chat about the role, or email to arrange an evening call.
Successful applicants will have:
A recognised catering qualification (NVQ Level 2 or equivalent)
Recently qualified chefs or final-year catering students are welcome to apply
Practical cooking skills and experience preparing food from set menus
Understanding of food hygiene and health & safety requirements
Positive attitude and willingness to learn new skills
Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
Rotas
Rotas are generally fixed, with occasional adjustments to cover holidays or sickness.
Monday to Friday Shifts: Variable hours between 8am and 6.30pm
S aturday Shift 10am to 6.30pm
Sunday Shift 10am to 3pm
Contact us for more information on hours of work. Open to some flexibility.
Benefits
6.8 weeks holiday in total including allowance for public holidays.
Kitchen closures over Christmas week and Easter week.
. Paid lunch break
. Free Lunch provided
On-site Parking
Use of Colleges facilities including sports Hall and Gym
Generous College Pension Scheme - 10% Employer Contributions
Free Life Assurance - 4x salary payout
If you would like to find out more about Moorlands College, our Mission and Values, and the idyllic rural location of our Christchurch Campus, at which the role would be based, please visit our website.
To apply, please send your CV to Sarah Isaac, HR Manager at call for an informal chat.
Applicants must by sympathetic to the vision and values of Moorlands College as a Christian Training Provider.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: £28,028.00-£29,120.00 per year
Benefits:
Company pension
Discounted or free food
Employee discount
Free parking
Gym membership
On-site parking
Application question(s):
There is no public transport to our site. xehkeey Do you have your own transport or able to reach the campus in Sopley (BH23 7AT) without public transport?
Work Location: In person
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