School Chef

Compass Group; Llangefni; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an ambitious Chef to join their team on a part-time basis. This role involves creating exceptional food experiences and ensuring customer satisfaction within a market-leading food service company. You will have the opportunity to showcase your culinary skills, oversee menu changes, and maintain high hygiene standards. With a commitment to employee development and a focus on diversity, this is a fantastic opportunity for those passionate about food and customer service. Join a team that values individuality and recognizes hard work, while making a positive impact in the education sector.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Chef with a focus on high-quality food preparation.
• Ability to supervise a team and implement menu changes.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve high-quality food that delights clients.
• Oversee menu changes and maintain hygiene standards.

Skills

Culinary Skills

Customer Service

Team Supervision

Food Hygiene

Education

City & Guilds 706/1 & 2 or NVQ equivalent

Food Hygiene Certificate

Job description

We're currently recruiting an ambitious Chef to help us create exceptional food experiences for Chartwells on a part-time basis contracted to 22.5 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 recognizes employees who go beyond the plate.

Here's an idea of what your shift patterns will be: 5 out of 7 days.

Please note: This role is contracted to 43 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 delicious, high-quality 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 food services.
• Supporting the creation of new menus and creative food concepts.
• Representing Chartwells 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 & Safety regulations.

Our ideal Chef will:

• Be passionate about great-tasting food and exceptional 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.

Part of Compass Group UK&I, Chartwells is the leading provider of catering and support services to the education sector. For over a quarter of a century, Chartwells has focused on helping those in education build strong bodies, sharp minds, and lead healthy lives. Every week, Chartwells serves millions of nutritious and delicious meals across the UK in primary and secondary schools, academies, independent schools, colleges, and universities. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and all employees must share this commitment. Employment is subject to pre-employment checks, including an enhanced DBS disclosure and a Children's Barred List check. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, and applicants must declare all previous convictions and cautions to assess suitability to work with children.

Job Reference: com/0605/H65201/52736962/BU #State Schools

Compass Group UK&I is dedicated to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone can be themselves and has equal opportunities to advance. We celebrate the unique talents, backgrounds, and abilities of all team members. We want colleagues to feel valued, empowered, and to thrive—because diversity is our strength!