School Chef

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an ambitious Chef to create exceptional food experiences on a part-time basis. This role involves preparing delicious meals, overseeing menu changes, and ensuring high hygiene standards. The company values individuality and invests in its people, offering opportunities for progression. As part of a leading provider of catering services, you will play a vital role in enhancing the dining experience for clients in the education sector. If you are passionate about food and customer service, this is the perfect opportunity to showcase your culinary skills.

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar Chef role and supervising a team.
• Passionate about great-tasting food and customer service.

Responsibilities

• Prepare high-quality food that delights clients and customers.
• Oversee and implement menu changes and improvements.
• Maintain hygiene standards and comply with health regulations.

Skills

Culinary Skills

Customer Service

Team Supervision

Menu Planning

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 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 pattern will be:

• 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 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 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 & 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 the leading provider of catering and support services to the education sector. For over 25 years, Chartwells has focused on helping students build strong bodies and sharp minds. We serve millions of nutritious meals weekly across the UK. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Employment is 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 for working with children.

Job Reference: com/2404/96916001/52721536/R/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 talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and abilities of all team members. We want our colleagues to feel valued, empowered, and to thrive—because diversity is our strength!