School Cook

Compass Group; Durham; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in food services is seeking a passionate Cook to join their dynamic culinary team. In this role, you will prepare and serve delicious meals, ensuring that every dining experience is exceptional. This position offers a unique opportunity for career progression within a market-leading company dedicated to promoting healthy lifestyles and well-being in education. If you have a love for food and a commitment to excellent customer service, this is the perfect chance to make a meaningful impact while working in a supportive and inclusive environment.

Qualifications

• Passionate about food and customer service.
• Strong team player with excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare high-quality food for customers.
• Support kitchen organization and stock management.
• Adhere to Food Handling & Hygiene standards.

Skills

Food Handling & Hygiene Standards

Customer Service

Teamwork

Communication Skills

Education

Experience in a similar role

Job description

We're currently recruiting a passionate Cook to bring flavor to Chartwells on a permanent casual basis, contracted to 0 hours per week.

As a Cook, you will support our talented culinary team in preparing and serving delicious food, ensuring positive dining experiences that meet various tastes and dietary requirements. This role offers opportunities for career progression within a market-leading food service company.

Your key responsibilities will include:

1. Preparing high-quality food that brightens our customers' day
2. Working with a team to prepare and serve meals
3. Seeking opportunities to improve menus and food services
4. Maintaining a positive brand image through excellent customer service
5. Recording and reducing food waste levels
6. Supporting kitchen organization, stock management, and cleaning tasks
7. Adhering to Food Handling & Hygiene standards
8. Complying with Health & Safety regulations

Our ideal Cook will:

1. Be passionate about world-class food and customer service
2. Have experience in a similar role
3. Be a strong team player with excellent communication skills
4. Possess a good understanding of Food Handling & Hygiene standards
5. Have a flexible approach to working

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 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 position 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/2904/40426001/52735845/BU #State Schools

Compass Group UK&I is dedicated to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone can be themselves and has equal opportunities for career advancement. We celebrate diversity and aim to make all team members feel valued, empowered, and able to thrive, recognizing that diversity is our strength.