Chef - Airport

Allscreens Nationwide Ltd; Exeter; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

23 days annual leave

Enhanced sickness pay

Free gym, swim and fitness memberships

Staff discounts and EAP

Training and progression opportunities

Pension scheme and health plan

Job summary

Allscreens Nationwide Ltd at Exeter Airport is seeking a Chef to join a fast-paced kitchen team delivering consistently high-quality food to travellers.

You'll work closely with the kitchen team to ensure service runs smoothly, meet standards and provide great food every time. Shifts may start early (as early as 2:30am); reliable transport is essential.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 2 / BTEC in Professional Cookery (or equivalent).
• At least 1 year's experience in a fast-paced kitchen.
• Level 2 Food Safety (essential).
• Flexibility to work early mornings, evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook and present food to brand and quality standards.
• Support daily food production across airport outlets.
• Maintain excellent food safety, hygiene and cleanliness standards.
• Manage stock rotation, storage and waste reduction.
• Work collaboratively within a busy kitchen environment.
• Act as a positive role model, supporting a professional and motivated team.

Skills

Professional cookery

Food hygiene

Education

NVQ Level 2 / BTEC in Professional Cookery (or equivalent)

Job description

Salary: £14.21 plus time and a half between the hours of 12am and 6am

Love working in a busy kitchen where no two days are the same? Join our fast-paced Food & Beverage team at Exeter Airport, where

you'll help deliver great food to thousands of travellers every week.

LED Community Leisure manages the airport catering operation and is known for quality food, friendly service, and a supportive

team culture. We're looking for an experienced Chef who takes pride in high standards, enjoys working at pace, and wants to be

part of a positive, professional kitchen team.

Please note: shifts may start as early as 2:30am, so reliable transport is essential.

THE ROLE

As a Chef at Exeter Airport, you'll play a key part in delivering consistently high-quality food across our outlets. You'll work

closely with the wider kitchen team to ensure service runs smoothly, standards are met, and customers receive great food every

time.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Prepare, cook and present food to brand and quality standards
• Support daily food production across airport outlets
• Maintain excellent food safety, hygiene and cleanliness standards
• Manage stock rotation, storage and waste reduction
• Work collaboratively within a busy kitchen environment
• Act as a positive role model, supporting a professional and motivated team

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

• NVQ Level 2 / BTEC in Professional Cookery (or equivalent)
• At least 1 year's experience in a fast-paced kitchen
• Strong knowledge of food hygiene and kitchen organisation
• Flexibility to work early mornings, evenings and weekends
• Level 2 Food Safety (essential)
• First Aid at Work (desirable or willingness to train)
• An interest in developing your skills and progressing your career

WHAT WE OFFER

• From 23 days annual leave (pro rata), plus bank holidays
• Enhanced sickness pay after probation
• Free gym, swim and fitness memberships
• Staff discounts, My Staff Shop access and Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• Ongoing training, development and progression opportunities
• Pension scheme, health cash plan and recognition awards

DIVERSITY & INCLUSION

We're proud to be an inclusive employer and welcome applications from all backgrounds and abilities. What matters most is your passion for food, teamwork and delivering great service.