Salad Chef

Elior Uk; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free meals

Flexible working

28 days holiday + 31 after 2 years

Leave for life’s moments

Volunteer days

Room to grow

Pension & life assurance

Exclusive discounts

Job summary

Elior UK is looking for a Salad Chef to prepare, present and maintain a fresh salad bar for a high-quality food offering. You’ll work alongside the Chef de Partie to deliver an excellent catering service in a workplace environment.

You will manage salad production, ensure bar stock, follow recipes, and maintain hygiene standards. A friendly, customer-focused approach and team collaboration are essential to succeed.

Qualifications

• Genuine interest in customer service excellence
• Focused on the front line
• Excellent communication skills and a team player

Responsibilities

• Prepare and replenish fresh salads, fruits, vegetables and other cold food items to the highest standards.
• Ensure the salad bar is fully stocked, attractively presented and maintained throughout service.
• Follow recipes and portion guidelines to ensure consistency and minimise food waste.
• Monitor food quality, freshness and stock levels, rotating products in line with food safety procedures.
• Maintain a clean, organised and hygienic work area, ensuring all equipment and utensils are cleaned and stored correctly.
• Adhere to all Food Safety, HACCP, COSHH and Health & Safety procedures, reporting any issues or incidents promptly.
• Carry out daily temperature checks and complete all required food safety records accurately.
• Report any equipment faults or maintenance issues in line with company procedures.
• Support the wider kitchen team as required to ensure a smooth and efficient service.
• Provide friendly and helpful service to customers when required, with a good knowledge of the food offering.

Skills

Customer service

Front-line focus

Communication skills

Team player

Job description

Elior at work – Workdays Made Better with Great Food

A great workday starts withgreat food,and we know food at work should be more than just a sandwich at your desk. That’s why we bring exciting, fresh, and flexible catering to workplaces across the UK. Whether it’s a quick grab-and-go snack or a hearty lunch, with tech-powered ordering and diverse menus, we keep teams happy, energised, and ready to take on the day.

What you’ll be doing…

As a Salad Chef, you'll be responsible for preparing, presenting and maintaining a fresh, high-quality salad bar while working alongside the Chef de Partie to deliver an excellent food offering.

You will:

• Prepare and replenish fresh salads, fruits, vegetables and other cold food items to the highest standards.
• Ensure the salad bar is fully stocked, attractively presented and maintained throughout service.
• Follow recipes and portion guidelines to ensure consistency and minimise food waste.
• Monitor food quality, freshness and stock levels, rotating products in line with food safety procedures.
• Maintain a clean, organised and hygienic work area, ensuring all equipment and utensils are cleaned and stored correctly.
• Adhere to all Food Safety, HACCP, COSHH and Health & Safety procedures, reporting any issues or incidents promptly.
• Carry out daily temperature checks and complete all required food safety records accurately.
• Report any equipment faults or maintenance issues in line with company procedures.
• Support the wider kitchen team as required to ensure a smooth and efficient service.
• Provide friendly and helpful service to customers when required, with a good knowledge of the food offering.

Working Pattern: Monday to Friday | 07:30am - 15.00pm

Job ID: 6875

What can you bring?

• Genuine interest in customer service excellence
• Focused on the front line
• Excellent communication skills and a team player

Brilliant Work Deserves Brilliant Perks!

At Elior, we believe that when you love where you work, it shows. That’s why we make sure our team feels appreciated, supported, and set up for success! Here’s what’s waiting for you:

• Free, tasty meals - Enjoy tasty, nutritious food on us while you work!
• Flexible working - including part time roles, because life doesn’t run on a 9-5 schedule.
• Plenty of Time to Unwind - 28 days of holiday, and after two years, enjoy even more with 31 days.
• Leave for life’s important moments - whether family, personal or unexpected.
• Give back time - paid volunteering days for the causes you care about.
• Room to grow - career development and learning opportunities for all stages of your career.
• Financial security - pension schemes and life assurance.
• Exclusive discounts - save on entertainment, leisure, and even travel!

Why You’ll Love Working Here

We’re a people-first business with over 10,000 colleagues across the UK, serving everything from stadiums to hospitals, schools to workplaces. Our mission? Toenrich lives everywhere, every day.

And here’s the best part - 87% of our team say they’re proud to work here!Why? Because we create a place where you’re listened to, trusted, supported, and valued.

We Celebrate You!

At Elior, diversity and inclusion aren’t just policies, they’re who we are. We know that different perspectives make us stronger, and we’re dedicated to creating an environment where everyone feels seen, heard, and empowered to succeed.

Need any support or adjustments during the application process? Just let us know - we’re happy to help!