Casual Chef

Elior Inc; Stisted; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free meals

Flexible working

Room to grow

Job summary

Prince Edward Duke of Kent Court, within Caterplus, is seeking a Casual Chef to help deliver meals made with care in a warm, welcoming kitchen. You’ll ensure high standards, keep the service area clean and well-presented, and stay up to date with menus and food safety requirements.

As part of Elior’s people-first philosophy, you’ll be supported, valued, and offered development opportunities across a nationwide team of over 10,000 colleagues.

Qualifications

• possess a passion for food
• focused on the front line
• genuine interest in customer service excellence
• team player
• previous catering experience

Responsibilities

• Ensure the food is to the highest standard
• Ensure the kitchen and service area are always clean, well-presented, and well-stocked
• Keep up to date with menus and what food is on offer
• Offer a warm and friendly service
• Ensure COSHH, Food Safety, and Health & Safety are followed

Skills

passion for food

Job description

As a Casual Chef you will have plenty of responsibility and opportunity to grow in your role, becoming a critical member of our team.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure the food is to the highest standard
• Ensure the kitchen and service area are always clean, well-presented, and well-stocked
• Keep up to date with menus and what food is on offer
• Offer a warm and friendly service
• Ensure COSHH, Food Safety, and Health & Safety are followed
• At Elior, we believe that when you love where you work, it shows. That's why we make sure our team feels appreciated, supported, and set up for success!

Here’s what’s waiting for you:

Benefits

• Free, tasty meals – Enjoy tasty, nutritious food on us while you work!
• Flexible working – because life doesn’t run on a 9-5 schedule.
• Room to grow – career development and learning opportunities.

Requirements

• Possess a passion for food
• Focused on the front line
• Genuine interest in customer service excellence
• Team player
• Previous catering experience

About the role

At Prince Edward Duke of Kent Court, within Caterplus, we don’t just serve food – we create warm, welcoming spaces where the over-55 community can connect, share, and enjoy great company over delicious meals. Every dish is made with care, fresh ingredients, and a big helping of heart. We’re a people-first business with over 10,000 colleagues across the UK, serving everything from stadiums to hospitals, schools to workplaces. Our mission? To enrich lives everywhere, every day.

And here’s the best part – 87% of our team say they’re proud to work here! Why? Because we create a place where you’re listened to, trusted, supported, and valued. Research shows that many people – especially women and those from underrepresented backgrounds – hold back unless they meet 100% of the criteria. But we hire for potential, not just experience.