2nd Chef

Elior Uk; Greater London; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a multi-award-winning company as a 2nd Chef, where you'll play a vital role in delivering exceptional food and service. This position offers opportunities for growth within a supportive and inclusive environment, focused on making a difference in the lives of the over 55 community. Enjoy flexible working hours, generous holiday allowances, and a range of wellbeing benefits. With a commitment to quality and customer satisfaction, this role is perfect for those passionate about food and service excellence. Be part of a team that values diversity and fosters a rewarding workplace culture.

Benefits

FREE On-Site Lunches

Flexible Working

Holiday Allowance

Family Leave

Paid Charity Leave

Opportunities for Career Progression

Wellbeing Benefits

Life Assurance & Pension Schemes

Discounts & Perks

Qualifications

• Experience in a kitchen environment with a focus on food quality.
• Strong commitment to customer service and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Prepare food to the highest standards and maintain cleanliness.
• Stay updated with menus and provide friendly service.

Skills

Passion for food

Customer service excellence

Team spirit

Kitchen experience

Job description

This role based at Rutherford House sits within our award-winning brand, Caterplus, one of the UK's leading catering services specialising in the care sector. Making a difference to local people, we pride ourselves on crafting superb environments for the over 55 community. By contributing to our customers' social life & fostering friendships, our quality & locally sourced food is matched only by the warmth of our customer service.

What you’ll be doing…

As a 2nd Chef, you will have plenty of responsibility and opportunities to grow in your role, becoming a vital member of our team. Your responsibilities will include ensuring the food is prepared to the highest standards, the kitchen area is always clean and well-presented, and the kitchen is well-stocked.

• Ensure the food is to the highest standard
• Maintain cleanliness, presentation, and stock levels in the kitchen and service areas
• Stay updated with menus and available food options
• Provide warm and friendly service
• Follow COSHH, Food Safety, and Health & Safety regulations

What can you bring?

• A passion for food
• A focus on front-line service
• Genuine interest in customer service excellence
• Team spirit
• Previous kitchen experience

Our way of saying thank you...

At Elior, we strive to ensure our colleagues feel appreciated & rewarded, which is why we offer generous rewards & benefits in exchange for your efforts.

• FREE On-Site Lunches: Delicious and healthy meals every day at work
• Flexible Working: Balance work and personal life with flexible hours
• Holiday Allowance: Starting with 28 days, increasing to 31 days after two years
• Family Leave: Support during important family moments
• Paid Charity Leave: Volunteer for causes you care about
• Opportunities for Career Progression: Grow and develop with us
• Wellbeing Benefits: Access mental health support and wellbeing resources
• Life Assurance & Pension Schemes: Secure your future
• Discounts & Perks: Enjoy discounts on entertainment, leisure, and more, plus cycle-to-work scheme

Why it's great to work for us...

Elior is a multi-award-winning company and one of the UK’s leading contract caterers, with over 10,000 colleagues across various sectors including:

• Workplaces & Office Spaces
• Sporting Venues & Stadiums
• Attraction & Heritage Sites
• Public Sector & Defence
• Health, Care & Hospitals
• Schools, Colleges & Universities

We are committed to an inclusive culture where everyone feels valued, supported, and fulfilled. We celebrate diversity and believe that our differences make us stronger and enrich our work environment.

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