Part-Time School Head Chef — Lead a Dynamic Kitchen

Compass Group UK; Coventry; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 38,000; Part time

Job summary

Chartwells, part of Compass Group UK&I, is seeking an ambitious Head Chef to join on a part-time basis (30 hours per week). You will create an outstanding culinary experience and have the chance to progress your career with a company that invests in its people, celebrates individuality, and rewards excellence.

Key duties include preparing high-quality food, managing stock and budgets, hygiene compliance, and leading a kitchen team while representing the brand to clients.

Qualifications

• Experience leading a kitchen team in a high-volume environment.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with clients and staff.
• Demonstrated ability to manage time and meet deadlines.
• Commitment to food safety, hygiene, and quality standards.
• Proactive and able to make decisions that benefit customers.

Responsibilities

• Preparing delicious, high-quality food that delights clients and customers.
• Identifying opportunities to improve food service.
• Creating a positive kitchen environment where the team feel welcomed and supported.
• Delivering our tasty food concepts to customers.
• Representing Compass Group UK&I and maintaining a positive brand image.
• Ordering food, stock control, and controlling food waste.
• Overseeing kitchen cleaning to maintain hygiene standards.
• Managing budgets and meeting financial targets.
• Complying with Food Handling & Hygiene standards and Health & Safety regulations.

Skills

Team leadership

Communication

Timekeeping

Work under pressure

Passion for food

Initiative

Education

City & Guilds 706/1 & 706/2 or NVQ

Job description

Chartwells, part of Compass Group UK&I, is seeking an ambitious Head Chef to join on a part-time basis (30 hours per week). You will create an outstanding culinary experience and have the chance to progress your career with a company that invests in its people, celebrates individuality, and rewards excellence.

Key duties include preparing high-quality food, managing stock and budgets, hygiene compliance, and leading a kitchen team while representing the brand to clients.