School Cook - Stanmore

TN United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading company in the catering sector is seeking an ambitious Head Chef to create exceptional food experiences on a part-time basis in London. The role involves preparing high-quality food, managing kitchen operations, and fostering a positive work environment while ensuring compliance with health standards. This position offers opportunities for career progression within a supportive and inclusive company.

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar Head Chef role.
• Ability to work under pressure and demonstrate reliability.
• Enthusiastic, motivated, and committed to excellence.

Responsibilities

• Preparing high-quality, delicious food that delights clients and customers.
• Managing food orders, stock control, and reducing food waste.
• Ensuring compliance with Food Handling & Hygiene standards.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Creativity

Customer Focus

Reliability

Safety Consciousness

Passion for Food

Education

City & Guilds 706/1 & 2 or NVQ equivalent

Job description

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Head Chef - Part Time

We're recruiting an ambitious Head Chef to create exceptional food experiences for Chartwells on a part-time basis, contracted to 30 hours per week. This role offers opportunities for career progression within a company that values individuality and rewards excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Preparing high-quality, delicious food that delights clients and customers
• Identifying opportunities to improve food services
• Creating a positive kitchen environment that supports and welcomes your team
• Delivering tasty food concepts to customers
• Representing Compass Group UK&I and maintaining a positive brand image
• Managing food orders, stock control, and reducing food waste
• Overseeing kitchen hygiene and cleanliness
• Managing budgets and achieving financial targets
• Ensuring compliance with Food Handling & Hygiene standards and Health & Safety regulations

Ideal Candidate

• Hold a City & Guilds 706/1 & 2 or NVQ equivalent
• Create a positive, thriving work environment
• Excellent communicator with strong relationship-building skills
• Experience in a similar Head Chef role
• Enthusiastic, motivated, and committed to excellence
• Decisive, proactive, and customer-focused
• Ability to work under pressure and demonstrate reliability
• Safety-conscious mindset
• Passionate about food

About Us

Part of Compass Group UK&I, Chartwells is a leading provider of catering and support services to the education sector. We serve millions of nutritious meals weekly across schools, colleges, and universities across the UK. We are committed to safeguarding children and promoting welfare, with pre-employment checks including DBS disclosures.

Additional Information

Job Reference: com/1405/99377001/52732508/BU #State Schools

We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone can be themselves and succeed. Diversity is our strength!