School Chef

Chartwells; Sunbury-on-Thames; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an ambitious Chef to create exceptional food experiences. This full-time role offers the chance to showcase culinary skills and passion for great-tasting food. As part of a leading catering provider in the education sector, you will prepare delicious meals, oversee menu changes, and ensure high standards of food hygiene. Join a company that values individuality and invests in its people, providing numerous opportunities for career growth. If you're ready to bring your culinary talent to a dynamic environment, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar Chef role with a passion for food.
• Ability to oversee menu changes and maintain hygiene standards.

Responsibilities

• Prepare high-quality food that delights clients and customers.
• Monitor kitchen inventories and maintain hygiene standards.
• Support the creation of new menus and food concepts.

Skills

Culinary Skills

Customer Service

Menu Planning

Team Supervision

Food Hygiene

Education

City & Guilds 706/1 & 2

NVQ Equivalent

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 the kind of food that truly brightens our clients' and customers' days, all within the market-leading food service company in the UK. You'll get given every opportunity to progress within a company that invests in its people, celebrates individuality, and rewards and recognises employees who go beyond the plate.

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

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

Please note: This role is contracted to 44 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 and acting on customer feedback to consistently improve our food services
• Supporting with the creation of new menus and creative food concepts
• Representing Chartwells and maintaining a positive brand image
• Monitoring inventories to keep our 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 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 been focusing on helping those in education to build strong bodies, sharp minds, and lead long healthy lives. Every week, Chartwells serves millions of nutritious and delicious meals to pupils and students in primary and secondary schools, academies, independent schools, colleges, and universities across the UK. Chartwells is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and all employees are expected to share this commitment. Employment is contingent upon successful 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 for working with children.

Job Reference: com/0605/79103001/52736905/BU #State Schools

Compass Group UK&I is committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone can be themselves and has equal opportunities for career advancement. We celebrate the diverse talents, backgrounds, and beliefs of our team members, aiming to create a culture where colleagues feel valued, empowered, and able to thrive—because diversity is our strength!