Chef

Dine Contract Catering; Chichester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A catering service provider is looking for a passionate Chef for a part-time role, working 30 hours a week from Monday to Friday. You will be responsible for preparing high-quality dishes and ensuring excellent customer service. Ideal candidates are experienced in similar roles and possess good food handling standards, with a flexible working approach. The role offers a competitive hourly rate at £14.50.

Qualifications

• Must have experience in a similar junior chef role.
• Passion for world-class food and customer service is essential.
• Strong team player with excellent communication skills needed.
• Good understanding of Food Handling & Hygiene standards required.
• Flexibility in approach to work is important.

Responsibilities

• Prepare high-quality, ready-made dishes.
• Work with a catering assistant to serve meals.
• Maintain positive brand image through customer service.
• Record and reduce food waste levels.
• Support with kitchen organization and cleaning responsibilities.
• Comply with Food Handling & Hygiene standards.
• Follow Health & Safety regulations.

Skills

Experience in a similar junior chef role

Passion for world-class food

Excellent communication skills

Understanding of Food Handling & Hygiene standards

Flexibility in working approach

Job description

Chef - Weekdays only!!

Location: Ashbourne

Hourly rate: £14.50 per hour

Working Pattern: 30 hours, Monday to Friday, 4pm to 10pm

We're currently recruiting a passionate Chef to bring the flavour to DINE on a part time basis, contracted to 30 hours per week.

As a Chef, you will support our talented culinary teams in preparing and serving the delicious food we're known for! You'll help to keep our clients and customers smiling with dining experiences that align with popular tastes and dietary requirements, and in return, you'll have the opportunity to progress your culinary career in a market-leading food service company.

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Preparing high-quality, ready-made dishes to serve our customers at their best
• Working a catering assistant to serve delicious meals
• Maintaining a positive brand image through exemplary customer service
• Recording and reducing food waste levels
• Supporting with all kitchen organisation, stocking, and cleaning responsibilities
• Complying with Food Handling & Hygiene standards
• Complying with Health & Safety regulations.

Our ideal Chef will:

• Have experience in a similar junior chef role
• Be passionate about world-class food and customer service
• Be a strong team player with excellent communication skills
• Have a good understanding of Food Handling & Hygiene standards
• Have a flexible approach to working

Personality behind every plate

Dine provides tailored food services to 140 clients in the business and industry sector. With over two decades of industry experience, we pride ourselves on offering a personalised approach to our clients, whilst delivering outstanding service. Our passion lies in creating great-tasting menus, promoting sustainability, and proudly working with local suppliers and communities. That's why our menus feature only locally sourced, seasonal, and sustainable ingredients with a target of reaching Climate Zero by 2030.

Job Reference: com/2910/99915001/52771646/BU #DINE

Compass Group UK&I is committed to fostering an environment where every individual can truly be themselves at work and has equal opportunities to advance in their careers. We strive to build a culture that respects and celebrates the unique talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and abilities of all our team members. We want our colleagues to feel valued, empowered to reach their full potential, and to thrive - because diversity is our strength!