Cook

elior; Ashford; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking catering service that prioritizes quality and community engagement. As a Chef, you'll play a crucial role in delivering exceptional meals and service to the over 55 community. This position offers a chance to grow within a supportive environment, with a focus on teamwork and service excellence. Enjoy flexible working hours, generous holiday allowances, and a commitment to your wellbeing. Be part of a company that values its colleagues and fosters an inclusive culture where everyone can thrive.

Benefits

FREE On-Site Lunches

Flexible Working

Holiday Allowance

Family Leave

Paid Charity Leave

Career Progression

Wellbeing Benefits

Life Assurance & Pension Schemes

Discounts & Perks

Qualifications

• Passion for food and service excellence.
• Ability to maintain cleanliness and follow safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Ensure food meets high standards and maintain kitchen cleanliness.
• Provide warm and friendly service while staying updated with menus.

Skills

Catering Experience

Customer Service

Teamwork

Food Safety Knowledge

Job description

Job Description

This role based at Galliford Try Spires is within our award-winning brand, Caterplus, one of the UK's leading catering services specialising in the care sector. We focus on making a difference to the local community by creating superb environments for the over 55 community. Our services contribute to social engagement and friendships, with quality, locally sourced food and warm customer service.

What you'll be doing...
As a Chef, you'll have significant responsibilities and opportunities to grow, becoming a vital part of our team.

• Ensure the food meets high standards
• Maintain cleanliness and presentation in the kitchen and service areas
• Stay updated with menus and offerings
• Provide warm and friendly service
• Follow COSHH, Food Safety, and Health & Safety regulations

Working Pattern: Friday & Saturday, 7.30am - 3.00pm, 14 hours per week
What can you bring?

• A passion for food
• Customer-focused attitude
• Genuine interest in service excellence
• Teamwork skills
• Previous catering experience

Our way of saying thank you
At Elior, we value our colleagues and offer generous rewards and benefits, including:

• FREE On-Site Lunches: Delicious, healthy meals daily
• Flexible Working: Work-life balance with flexible hours
• Holiday Allowance: Starting at 28 days, increasing to 31 days after two years
• Family Leave: Support during important family moments
• Paid Charity Leave: Volunteer time off
• Career Progression: Opportunities for growth and development
• Wellbeing Benefits: Mental health support and wellness resources
• Life Assurance & Pension Schemes: Secure your future
• Discounts & Perks: Entertainment, leisure, cashback, and cycle-to-work scheme

Why it's great to work for us...
Elior is a multi-award-winning company with over 10,000 colleagues across various sectors including workplaces, sports venues, heritage sites, public sector, health, and education. We are committed to an inclusive culture where everyone feels valued and supported.

87% of colleagues are proud to work here!
Elior Celebrates Equality
We are dedicated to fostering a respectful, inclusive, and diverse environment where everyone can thrive. We support all applicants and are happy to provide adjustments during the application process.

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