Part-Time School Chef: Menu Innovator & Team Leader

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

Job summary

A leading catering service in Dartford seeks a passionate Chef for a part-time role (25 hours/week). You will create exceptional food experiences and oversee menu changes. Qualifications include a culinary certification and relevant experience. This role offers tailored opportunities for career progression in a supportive environment, celebrating individuality and recognizing hard work. Join us in delivering nutritious meals in an educational setting and help us maintain high hygiene standards.

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar Chef role is required.
• Supervisory experience is essential.

Responsibilities

• Prepare delicious, high-quality food.
• Oversee and implement menu changes.
• Identify opportunities to improve food services.
• Listen to customer feedback and act accordingly.
• Support in creating new menus and food concepts.
• Represent the company and maintain a positive brand image.
• Monitor kitchen inventories.
• Maintain hygiene standards.

Skills

Passion for great-tasting food

Exceptional customer service

Team supervision

Flexible approach to working

Education

City & Guilds 706/1 & 2 or NVQ equivalent

Food Hygiene certificate

Job description

A leading catering service in Dartford seeks a passionate Chef for a part-time role (25 hours/week). You will create exceptional food experiences and oversee menu changes. Qualifications include a culinary certification and relevant experience. This role offers tailored opportunities for career progression in a supportive environment, celebrating individuality and recognizing hard work. Join us in delivering nutritious meals in an educational setting and help us maintain high hygiene standards.