School Chef

Chartwells; London; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in the food service sector is seeking an ambitious Chef to join their team in London. This full-time role offers the chance to create exceptional food experiences while working within a supportive environment that values individuality and progression. You'll be responsible for preparing delicious meals, overseeing menu changes, and ensuring the highest standards of food hygiene. Join a company committed to making a positive impact in the education sector, where your culinary skills can shine and your contributions truly matter.

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar Chef role with a passion for great-tasting food.
• Ability to supervise a team and implement menu changes.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Culinary Skills

Customer Service

Menu Planning

Food Hygiene

Team Supervision

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 full-time basis contracted to 35 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 expectations.

Here's an overview of your shift pattern:

• Mon: Full-time (Days)
• Tues: Full-time (Days)
• Weds: Full-time (Days)
• Thurs: Full-time (Days)
• Fri: Full-time (Days)
• Sat:
• Sun:

Please note: This role is contracted to 42.6 weeks per year.

Could you bring your passion and culinary skills 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 and acting on customer feedback to improve our food services
• Supporting the creation of new menus and food concepts
• Representing Chartwells and maintaining a positive brand image
• Monitoring inventories to keep kitchens stocked
• Maintaining hygiene standards through kitchen cleaning responsibilities
• 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
• 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've focused on helping those in education build strong bodies, sharp minds, and lead healthy lives. We serve millions of nutritious meals weekly in primary and secondary schools, colleges, and universities across the UK. We are 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, and applicants must declare all previous convictions and cautions to assess suitability.