School Assistant Chef

Chartwells Independent; Leicester; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Chartwells Independent is seeking an Assistant Chef to create exceptional food experiences on a full-time basis. The role includes preparing high-quality meals, overseeing menu changes, and ensuring compliance with health standards. Ideal candidates will have relevant culinary qualifications and a passion for customer service.

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar chef role is essential.
• Supervisory experience is preferred.
• Flexibility in working hours is required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare high-quality, delicious food for clients and customers.
• Oversee and implement menu changes.
• Maintain hygiene standards and comply with health regulations.

Skills

Passion for food

Customer service

Team supervision

Flexibility

Education

City & Guilds 706/1 & 2 or NVQ equivalent

Food Hygiene certificate

Job description

We're currently recruiting an ambitious Assistant Chef to help us create exceptional food experiences for Chartwells on a full-time basis contracted to 35 hours per week. As an Assistant 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. You will have opportunities to progress within a company that invests in its people, celebrates individuality, and rewards employees who go beyond the plate.

Please note: This role is contracted to 45 weeks per year.

Could you bring your passion and culinary skill to Chartwells? Here's what you need to know before applying:

Your key responsibilities will include:

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

Our ideal Assistant Chef will:

• Be passionate about great-tasting food and customer service
• Hold a City & Guilds 706/1 & 2 or NVQ equivalent
• Have experience supervising a team
• Have experience in a similar chef role
• Hold a Food Hygiene certificate
• Be flexible in working hours

Part of Compass Group UK&I, Chartwells is a leading provider of catering and support services to the education sector. For over 25 years, we have focused on helping those in education build strong bodies, sharp minds, and lead healthy lives. We serve millions of nutritious and delicious meals weekly across primary and secondary schools, colleges, and universities in the UK.

Chartwells is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All employment offers are subject to pre-employment checks, including an enhanced DBS disclosure and Children's Barred List check. This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974; applicants must declare all convictions and cautions.

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We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone can be themselves and has equal opportunities to grow. We value diversity and aim to create a culture where all team members feel valued, empowered, and able to thrive.