Chef

Elior Uk; Thirsk; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 16,800; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free meals

Flexible working

Holiday entitlement: 28 days, 31 days

Leave for life moments

Paid volunteering days

Career development

Pension schemes and life assurance

Exclusive discounts

Job summary

Elior UK is seeking a 2nd Chef for Orchid House within Caterplus. You will be responsible for delivering high-standard food, maintaining a clean kitchen, and ensuring stock readiness. You will also stay updated on menus and provide warm, friendly service.

The role emphasises COSHH, food safety and health & safety compliance, with a 3-day, 21-hour pattern across a 7-day week, offering opportunities for growth within a people-first community.

Qualifications

• Passion for food and caring service.
• Front-line customer service mindset and approachable in-service.
• Team player with willingness to support kitchen operations.
• Experience in a kitchen environment is preferred.
• Interest in maintaining high food and safety standards.

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

Front-line focus

Customer service excellence

Team player

Kitchen experience

Job description

Caterplus - More Than a Meal, It's a Community

At Orchid House, 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.

What you’ll be doing…

As a 2nd Chef you will have plenty of responsibility and opportunity to grow in your role, becoming a critical member of our team. We will give you responsibility for ensuring the food is to the highest standard, the kitchen area is always clean and well presented, and well-stocked.

• 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

Working Pattern: 3 days out of 7 | 21 hours per week

Job ID: 6872

What can you bring?

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

Brilliant Work Deserves Brilliant Perks!

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:

• Free, tasty meals - Enjoy tasty, nutritious food on us while you work!
• Flexible working - including part time roles, because life doesn’t run on a 9-5 schedule.
• Plenty of Time to Unwind - 28 days of holiday, and after two years, enjoy even more with 31 days.
• Leave for life's important moments - whether family, personal or unexpected.
• Give back time - paid volunteering days for the causes you care about.
• Room to grow - career development and learning opportunities for all stages of your career.
• Financial security - pension schemes and life assurance.
• Exclusive discounts - save on entertainment, leisure, and even travel!

Why You’ll Love Working Here

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? Toenrich 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.

We Celebrate You!

At Elior, diversity and inclusion aren’t just policies, they’re who we are. We know that different perspectives make us stronger, and we’re dedicated to creating an environment where everyone feels seen, heard, and empowered to succeed.

Need any support or adjustments during the application process? Just let us know - we're happy to help!