Chartwells School Chef - Sunbury On Thames (Hiring Immediately)

JR United Kingdom; Sunbury-on-Thames; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading catering company is seeking a passionate Chef to join their team in Sunbury-on-Thames. This full-time role involves preparing high-quality food, overseeing menu changes, and ensuring customer satisfaction. The ideal candidate will have relevant culinary qualifications and experience, with opportunities for career progression in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Experience supervising a team.
• Experience in a similar Chef role.
• Passionate about great-tasting food.

Responsibilities

• Preparing delicious, high-quality food.
• Overseeing and implementing menu changes.
• Monitoring inventories to keep kitchens well-stocked.

Skills

Customer service

Culinary skills

Flexibility

Education

City & Guilds 706/1 & 2 or NVQ equivalent

Food Hygiene certificate

Job description

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Chartwells School Chef - Sunbury On Thames (Hiring Immediately), Sunbury

Client:

Compass Group

Location:

Sunbury On Thames

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Views:

2

Posted:

23.05.2025

Expiry Date:

07.07.2025

Job Description:

We're currently recruiting an ambitious Chef to help us create exceptional food experiences for Chartwells on a full-time basis contracted to 35 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 your shift pattern:

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

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 food services
• Supporting the creation of new menus and food concepts
• Representing Chartwells and maintaining a positive brand image
• Monitoring inventories to keep kitchens well-stocked
• Overseeing kitchen cleaning responsibilities to maintain hygiene standards
• 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 the leading provider of catering and support services to the education sector. For over 25 years, Chartwells has helped build strong bodies, sharp minds, and healthy lives through nutritious meals in schools and universities across the UK. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and all employment offers are subject to pre-employment checks, including an enhanced DBS disclosure and Children's Barred List check. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, and applicants must declare all previous convictions and cautions to assess suitability to work with children.

Job Reference: com/0605/79103001/52736905/BU #State Schools

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