School Chef - Camberley

Chartwells; Greater London; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading food service provider in the UK is seeking an enthusiastic Chef on a part-time basis to prepare exceptional meals in an educational setting. Responsibilities include menu planning, team supervision, and ensuring food hygiene standards. The ideal candidate will have relevant qualifications and a passion for culinary excellence. This role offers opportunities for career progression in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar Chef role required.
• Flexibility in working hours expected.
• Passion for food and customer service is essential.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve high-quality food.
• Oversee and implement menu changes.
• Monitor kitchen hygiene and safety standards.

Skills

Great-tasting food preparation

Customer service

Team supervision

Menu oversight

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 43.6 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
• Overseeing kitchen cleaning responsibilities to maintain hygiene standards
• Complying with Food Handling, Hygiene, 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 have focused on helping those in education build strong bodies, sharp minds, and lead healthy lives. We serve millions of nutritious and delicious meals weekly across primary and secondary schools, colleges, and universities in 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 a Children's Barred List check. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, and applicants must declare all convictions and cautions to assess suitability.

Job Reference: com/1508/41873001/52756941/IN/BU #State Schools

Compass Group UK&I fosters an inclusive environment where everyone can be themselves and has equal opportunities for career advancement. We celebrate diversity and aim to build a culture where all team members feel valued and empowered to thrive.