Chef

www.findapprenticeship.service.gov.uk - Jobboard; Leighton Buzzard; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading catering company in the UK is seeking a passionate Chef to join their team on a part-time basis in Leighton Buzzard. The ideal candidate will be responsible for preparing high-quality food and maintaining hygiene standards. Experience in a similar Chef role and relevant certifications are required. This role offers the opportunity to progress within a dynamic and diverse workplace.

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar Chef role.
• Flexible approach to working.
• Ability to implement menu changes.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Passion for great-tasting food

Customer service skills

Supervisory experience

Culinary skills

Education

City & Guilds 706/1 & 2 or NVQ equivalent

Food Hygiene certificate

Job description

We are currently recruiting an ambitious Chef to help us create exceptional food experiences for Eurest on a part-time basis, contracted to 28 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 will have opportunities to progress within a company that invests in its people, celebrates individuality, and rewards employees who go beyond expectations.

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:
• Sat:
• Sun:

Could you bring your passion and culinary skill to Eurest? 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 Eurest and maintaining a positive brand image
• Monitoring inventories to keep kitchens well-stocked
• Maintaining hygiene standards through kitchen 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
• Have a flexible approach to working

We connect workplaces to mindful, flavorful, and planet-positive catering.

At Eurest, we are experts in workplace catering, operating in over 700 workspaces daily. We believe that fueling employees helps sharpen their thinking, nourish their bodies and minds, and motivates them to perform at their best. Our food experiences are driven by our commitment to sustainability and working towards our goal of net zero emissions by 2030.

We are people-powered at Eurest.

We are passionate about our work, which is why we aim to attract the best talent. Could you be the one? Discover what makes joining Eurest so exciting.

Job Reference: com/3007/41183001/52737565/R/BU #Eurest

Compass Group UK&I is committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone can be themselves and has equal opportunities for career advancement. We celebrate the unique talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and abilities of all team members. We want our colleagues to feel valued, empowered, and to thrive — because diversity is our strength!