Cook

Chartwells Independent; Widnes; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Chartwells Independent is seeking a passionate Cook for universities on a part-time basis, contracted for 20 hours per week. The Cook will support culinary teams in food preparation and customer service, ensuring quality dining experiences for students. The role offers advancement opportunities in a leading food service company that values diversity and inclusion.

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar role is preferred.
• Good understanding of Food Handling & Hygiene standards.
• Flexible approach to working.

Responsibilities

• Prepare high-quality food that brightens customers' day.
• Work in a team to prepare and serve delicious meals.
• Maintain positive brand image through exemplary customer service.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Customer Service

Job description

We're currently recruiting a passionate Cook to bring the flavour to Universities on a part time basis, contracted to 20 hours per week.

As a Cook, you will support our talented culinary teams in preparing and serving the delicious food we're known for! You'll help to keep our clients and customers smiling with dining experiences that align with popular tastes and dietary requirements, and in return, you'll have the opportunity to progress your culinary career in a market-leading food service company.

Please note: This role is contracted to 43 weeks per year

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Preparing high-quality food that brightens our customers day
• Working in a team to prepare and serve delicious meals
• Seeking opportunities to improve our menus and food services
• Maintaining a positive brand image through exemplary customer service
• Recording and reducing food waste levels
• Supporting with all kitchen organisation, stocking, and cleaning responsibilities
• Complying with Food Handling & Hygiene standards
• Complying with Health & Safety regulations.

Our ideal Cook will:

• Be passionate about world-class food and customer service
• Have experience in a similar role
• Be a strong team player with excellent communication skills
• Have a good understanding of Food Handling & Hygiene standards
• Have a flexible approach to working

Part of Compass Group UK&I, Chartwells is the leading provider of catering and support services to the education sector. For over a quarter of a century Chartwells has been focusing on helping those in education to build strong bodies, sharp minds and lead long healthy lives. Every week, Chartwells serves millions of nutritious and delicious meals to pupils and students in primary and secondary schools, academies, independent schools, colleges and universities across the UK.

Job Reference: com/2506/G92704/52708847/BU #Universities

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!