Chef

ESS; Cambridgeshire and Peterborough; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an ambitious Chef to create exceptional food experiences for Government Services. This full-time role offers the chance to prepare and serve delightful dishes while ensuring high standards of hygiene and customer satisfaction. Join a market-leading food service company that values individual contributions and offers numerous opportunities for progression and personal development. With competitive pay and excellent perks, this position is perfect for those passionate about food and customer service. Grow your career while making a positive impact in a thriving work environment.

Benefits

Free meal or subsidy during shifts

Travel discounts

Grocery discounts

Healthcare benefits

Cinema ticket discounts

Cash rewards

Wellness classes

Pension scheme

Career development programs

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar Chef role is essential.
• Must hold a Food Hygiene certificate.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve high-quality food to clients and customers.
• Maintain hygiene standards and comply with food safety regulations.
• Implement menu changes and act on customer feedback.

Skills

Food Preparation

Customer Service

Communication

Time Management

Hygiene Standards

Education

Food Hygiene Certificate

Job description

Chef

Bedfordshire Police

£15.50 per hour

We're currently recruiting an ambitious Chef to help us create exceptional food experiences for Government Services on a full-time basis, contracted to 35 hours per week. As a Chef, you will be responsible for preparing and serving food that brightens our clients' and customers' days, within the market-leading food service company in the UK. We offer opportunities for progression, investment in our people, celebration of individuality, and recognition for employees who excel.

What you'll be doing:

• Preparing high-quality, delicious food that delights our clients and customers
• Overseeing and implementing menu changes
• Identifying opportunities to improve our food services
• Acting on customer feedback to enhance our offerings
• Supporting the creation of new menus and food concepts
• Representing ESS and maintaining a positive brand image
• Monitoring inventories to ensure kitchens are well-stocked
• Maintaining hygiene standards through kitchen cleaning responsibilities
• Complying with Food Handling, Hygiene, and Safety regulations

More about the role:

• Preparing, cooking, and presenting food to high standards, checking taste, presentation, and quality
• Ensuring all food preparation adheres to hygiene procedures
• Supporting all kitchen areas as needed
• Serving food promptly and working efficiently during busy periods

Our ideal Chef will:

• Create a positive, thriving work environment
• Be a strong communicator and relationship builder
• Strive for excellence with enthusiasm and motivation
• Take initiative and make customer-focused decisions
• Be committed to success in your role
• Work well under pressure
• Demonstrate reliability and punctuality
• Maintain a safety-first mindset
• Be passionate about food and customer service
• Have experience in a similar Chef role
• Hold a Food Hygiene certificate
• Be flexible in working hours

Benefits include but are not limited to:

• Free meal or subsidy during shifts to help with the cost of living
• Travel discounts with TUI, Expedia, Booking.com, and others
• Discounts on groceries at Tesco, Sainsbury's, Morrisons, and more
• Access to healthcare benefits including a Digital GP
• Up to 44% off cinema tickets
• Regular discount and savings emails
• Cash rewards on spending across various brands
• Free wellness, mindfulness, and exercise classes
• Share discounts with friends and family
• Contributory pension scheme
• Career development through Career Pathways and MyLearning programs

Join us at around 6,000 venues to feed people, fuel progress, and forge connections. Grow your career with industry leader, enjoy competitive pay, excellent perks, and unrivalled learning opportunities.

Job Reference: com/1702/40889001/52703579/R/BU

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