Deputy Cook

Chartwells; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Chartwells is seeking a Deputy Cook to contribute to a high-quality dining experience in a full-time role. You will play a vital part in food preparation and teamwork while fostering a positive environment. Join a leading company that values diversity and individual talents in the education sector.

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar role is essential.
• Flexible approach to working.
• Passionate about world-class food and service.

Responsibilities

• Prepare high-quality food that brightens customers' days.
• Work in a team to serve delicious meals.
• Maintain health and safety compliance.
• Support kitchen organization and cleanliness.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Food Handling

Customer Service

Job description

We're currently recruiting a dedicated Deputy Cook to help ensure the smooth running of the operations in Chartwells on a full time basis, contracted to 37.5 hours per week.

As a Deputy Cook, you will use your skills to maintain a high standard of quality work. In return, you will have the chance to progress your career with a company that invests in its people, celebrates individuality, and rewards and recognises employees who go beyond the plate.

Please note: This role is contracted to 47 weeks per year

Could you bring your spark to Chartwells? Here's what you need to know before applying:

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. Chartwells is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all employees to share this commitment. Any offer of employment will be subject to successfully completing pre-employment checks, including an enhanced DBS disclosure and a Children's Barred List check. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and we ask applicants to declare all previous convictions and cautions in order to assess their suitability to work with children.

Job Reference: com/2006/98709001/52357985/WJ #State Schools

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!