Chef

CH&CO; Macclesfield; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an ambitious Chef to create exceptional food experiences. This full-time role offers the chance to prepare delicious meals, oversee menu changes, and enhance food services. With a commitment to employee development and a vibrant workplace culture, this position provides opportunities for growth and rewards for those who excel. Join a company that values individuality and fosters an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive.

Benefits

Great operational training and development

Life assurance scheme

Personal Development and Training opportunities

Comprehensive wellbeing strategy

Regular social events

Holiday purchase scheme

High street discount vouchers

Free meals

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Preparing high-quality food that delights clients and customers.
• Overseeing and implementing menu changes and improvements.
• Complying with Food Handling and Health & Safety regulations.

Skills

Food Preparation

Customer Service

Menu Development

Team Supervision

Food Hygiene Compliance

Education

City & Guilds 706/1 & 2 or NVQ equivalent

Job description

We're currently recruiting an ambitious Chef to help us create exceptional food experiences for CH&CO on a full-time basis contracted to 37.5 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.

Working with us has its perks! We value our people and offer a range of benefits and development opportunities:

• Great operational training and development
• Life assurance scheme
• Personal Development and Training opportunities
• A comprehensive wellbeing strategy, including access to our Employee Assistance Programme
• Regular social events and communication with our leaders
• A holiday purchase scheme
• Access to high street discount vouchers
• Free meals

Shift pattern overview:

• Mon: Full-time (Days)
• Tues: Full-time (Days)
• Weds: Full-time (Days)
• Thurs: Full-time (Days)
• Fri: Full-time (Days)
• Sat: To be confirmed
• Sun: To be confirmed

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 enhance our offerings
• Supporting the creation of new menus and food concepts
• Representing CH&CO and maintaining a positive brand image
• Monitoring inventories to ensure well-stocked kitchens
• Maintaining hygiene standards through 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
• Be flexible in working hours

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CH&CO, part of 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 diversity and aim to create a culture where all team members feel valued, empowered, and able to thrive.