Chef (Nights)

Compass Group; Warrington; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading food service company in the UK is seeking a passionate Chef to prepare exceptional food experiences on a part-time basis. This role involves ensuring high-quality food service, supervising menu changes, and maintaining hygiene standards. Ideal candidates will have relevant certifications and supervisory experience while being flexible in their approach. This position offers opportunities for growth within a supportive company culture.

Benefits

Hourly night allowance of £2.52 for hours worked after 10pm

Opportunities for career progression

Supportive work environment

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar Chef role.
• Ability to oversee and implement menu changes.
• Knowledge of Food Handling and Hygiene standards.

Responsibilities

• Preparing high-quality food that delights clients.
• Monitoring inventories and maintaining kitchen hygiene.
• Listening to customer feedback and improving services.

Skills

Passion for great-tasting food

Exceptional customer service

Supervisory experience

Flexible working approach

Education

City & Guilds 706/1 & 2 or NVQ equivalent

Food Hygiene certificate

Job description

We're currently recruiting an ambitious Chef to help us create exceptional food experiences for Eurest on a part‑time basis contracted to 30 hours per week. As a Chef, you will be responsible for preparing and serving the kind of food that truly brightens our clients’ and customers’ days, all within the market‑leading food service company in the UK. You’ll get every opportunity to progress within a company that invests in its people, celebrates individuality, and rewards and recognises employees who go beyond the plate.

Shift pattern

Monday 8pm – 2am

Tuesday to Friday 6.15pm – 00.15am

Hourly night allowance is £2.52 per hour, for every hour worked after 10pm

Your key responsibilities

• 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 consistently improve our food services
• Supporting with the creation of new menus and creative food concepts
• Representing Eurest and maintaining a positive brand image
• Monitoring inventories to keep our kitchens well‑stocked
• Overseeing kitchen cleaning responsibilities to maintain hygiene standards
• Complying with Food Handling, Hygiene and Health and Safety regulations

Our ideal Chef will

• Be passionate about great‑tasting food and exceptional 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, flavourful & planet‑positive catering

At Eurest, we are the experts in workplace catering, operating in over 700 workspaces every day. We know that fuelling employees throughout the day can help to sharpen their thinking, nourish their bodies and minds and ultimately, motivate them to perform at their best. Our workplace food experiences are driven by our promise to live more sustainably and responsibly, working towards our goal of net zero by 2030.

We're people‑powered at Eurest

It’s an understatement to say that we’re passionate about what we do, which is why we’re committed to attracting the best and brightest people to join us – could that be you? Find out what makes joining Eurest so exciting.

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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!