School Chef

Chartwells; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Chartwells is seeking a passionate Chef to provide exceptional dining experiences in a part-time role. You will be responsible for preparing high-quality meals, addressing customers' feedback, and maintaining hygiene standards. Join a company dedicated to promoting inclusive environments and exceptional customer service in the educational catering sector.

Qualifications

• Experience supervising a team in a similar Chef role.
• Flexible in working hours.

Responsibilities

• Prepare delicious, high-quality food that delights clients.
• Oversee and implement menu changes.
• Monitor inventories to keep kitchens well-stocked.

Skills

Customer Service

Food Preparation

Menu Development

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 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 rewards employees who go beyond the plate.

Here's an idea of what your shift patterns will be: Other

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 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 well-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 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 a Children's Barred List check. This position is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974; applicants must declare all previous convictions and cautions.

Job Reference: com/0707/J60801/52748943/BU #State Schools

We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone can be themselves and has equal opportunities to grow. We celebrate diversity and aim to ensure all team members feel valued and empowered to reach their potential.