School Chef

Compass Group UK; Belfast; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading food service company in Northern Ireland is looking for an ambitious Chef to provide exceptional food experiences on a part-time basis. Responsibilities include preparing high-quality food, overseeing menu changes, and maintaining hygiene standards. Ideal candidates should hold relevant culinary qualifications and have a passion for customer service. Join a supportive team and enjoy opportunities for career progression.

Qualifications

• Experience supervising a team in a culinary environment.
• Passionate about food and customer service.
• Possess a valid Food Hygiene certificate.

Responsibilities

• Prepare delicious, high-quality food that delights clients.
• Oversee and implement menu changes based on customer feedback.
• Monitor inventories to ensure kitchens are well-stocked.

Skills

Passion for great-tasting food

Customer service skills

Team supervision

Experience in a Chef role

Food Hygiene knowledge

Education

City & Guilds 706/1 & 2 or NVQ equivalent

Job description

We're currently recruiting an ambitious Chef to help us create exceptional food experiences for Northern Ireland on a part-time basis contracted to 30 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. You'll have opportunities to progress within a company that invests in its people, celebrates individuality, and rewards employees who go beyond the plate.

Here's an idea of what your shift patterns will be: Variable shifts.

Please note: This role is contracted to 43 weeks per year.

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

Your key responsibilities will include:

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

Our ideal 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
• Have a flexible approach to working

At Compass Ireland, our people are our business. Joining the Compass Group means becoming part of a supportive network of individuals passionate about going the extra mile. We are committed to investing in our colleagues and fostering an inclusive environment. We consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, in line with legal requirements.

Job Reference: com/0508/40904001/52754441/NI #Northern Ireland

Compass Group UK&I is dedicated to creating an environment where everyone can be themselves and advance in their careers. We celebrate diversity and are committed to building an inclusive workplace where all employees feel valued and empowered to reach their full potential.