School Kitchen Chef - Part-Time, Creative Menus

Chartwells Schools; North East; On-site; GBP 11,000 - 16,000; Part time

Job summary

Chartwells is a leading provider of catering and support services to the education sector, part of Compass Group UK&I. We are recruiting an ambitious Chef on a part-time basis contracted to 25 hours per week to deliver exceptional food experiences for our clients and customers in UK schools.

This role is contracted to 42.6 weeks per year, with opportunities to progress in a company that values its people, recognises dedication, and celebrates individuality.

Qualifications

• Must hold City & Guilds 706/1 & 2 or NVQ equivalent.
• Must hold a valid Food Hygiene certificate.
• Experience supervising a kitchen team.
• Experience in a similar Chef role is essential.

Responsibilities

• Prepare delicious, high-quality food for clients and customers.
• Oversee and implement menu changes.
• Identify opportunities to improve our food services.
• Listen to customer feedback and drive improvements.
• Assist with creation of new menus and creative food concepts.
• Represent Chartwells and uphold a positive brand image.
• Monitor inventories to keep kitchens well-stocked.
• Oversee kitchen cleaning to maintain high hygiene standards.
• Comply with Food Handling, Hygiene and Health and Safety regulations.

Skills

Chef experience

Team supervision

Customer service

Flexible working

Education

City & Guilds 706/1 & 2 or NVQ equivalent

Food Hygiene certificate

Job description

Chartwells is a leading provider of catering and support services to the education sector, part of Compass Group UK&I. We are recruiting an ambitious Chef on a part-time basis contracted to 25 hours per week to deliver exceptional food experiences for our clients and customers in UK schools.

This role is contracted to 42.6 weeks per year, with opportunities to progress in a company that values its people, recognises dedication, and celebrates individuality.