School Chef - Chatham

Chartwells - Schools; Chatham; On-site; CAD 25,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

Chartwells is seeking a passionate Chef in Chatham to create exceptional food experiences on a part-time basis. Responsibilities include preparing high-quality meals, overseeing menu changes, and ensuring hygiene standards. Join a company that values individuality and offers career advancement opportunities.

Qualifications

• Experience supervising a team.
• Experience in a similar Chef role.

Responsibilities

• Preparing delicious, high-quality food.
• Overseeing and implementing menu changes.
• Maintaining hygiene standards.

Skills

Customer Service

Culinary Skills

Flexibility

Education

City & Guilds 706/1 & 2 or NVQ equivalent

Food Hygiene Certificate

Job description

School Chef - Chatham

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 food that brightens our clients' and customers' days, within the market-leading food service company in the UK. You'll have opportunities to progress within a company that invests in its people, celebrates individuality, and rewards employees who go beyond the plate.

Here's an idea of what your shift pattern will be:

• Mon: Full-time (Days)
• Tues: Full-time (Days)
• Weds: Full-time (Days)
• Thurs: Full-time (Days)
• Fri: Full-time (Days)
• Sat:
• Sun:

Please note: This role is contracted to 44 weeks per year.

Could you bring your passion and culinary skill to Chartwells? Here's what you need to know before applying:

Your key responsibilities will include:

• 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 improve our offerings
• Supporting the creation of new menus and food concepts
• Representing Chartwells and maintaining a positive brand image
• Monitoring inventories to keep kitchens well-stocked
• Maintaining hygiene standards through cleaning responsibilities
• Complying with Food Handling, Hygiene, and Health & Safety regulations

Our ideal Chef will:

• Be passionate about great-tasting food and 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
• Be flexible in working hours

Part of Compass Group UK&I, Chartwells is a leading provider of catering and support services to the education sector. For over 25 years, we have focused on helping those in education build strong bodies, sharp minds, and lead healthy lives. We serve millions of nutritious meals weekly across primary and secondary schools, colleges, and universities in the UK. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and all employees must pass pre-employment checks, including an enhanced DBS disclosure and Children's Barred List check. This position is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, and applicants are required to declare all previous convictions and cautions.

Job Reference: com/0605/E61601/52596147/BU #State Schools

At Compass Group UK&I, we foster an inclusive environment where everyone can be themselves and have equal opportunities for career advancement. We celebrate diversity and aim to create a culture where all team members feel valued, empowered, and able to reach their full potential.