School Kitchen Manager & Menu Innovator

Chartwells Independent; Oxford; On-site; GBP 11,000 - 15,000; Part time

Job summary

Chartwells Independent is recruiting a part-time Chef (22.5 hours per week) to deliver high-quality food and exceptional service for clients across the UK education sector. You will help shape menus, respond to customer feedback, and uphold hygiene and safety standards in a market-leading food service group.

The role requires City & Guilds 706/1 & 2 or NVQ, a Food Hygiene certificate, and prior supervision experience.

Qualifications

• Holding City & Guilds 706/1 & 2 or NVQ equivalent is required.
• Must have a Food Hygiene certificate.
• Experience supervising a team in a kitchen environment.
• Previous Chef role experience is essential.
• Flexibility in working patterns is expected.

Responsibilities

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

Education

City & Guilds 706/1 & 2 or NVQ equivalent

Food Hygiene certificate

Team supervision experience

Experience as a Chef

Flexible approach to working

Job description

Chartwells Independent is recruiting a part-time Chef (22.5 hours per week) to deliver high-quality food and exceptional service for clients across the UK education sector. You will help shape menus, respond to customer feedback, and uphold hygiene and safety standards in a market-leading food service group.

The role requires City & Guilds 706/1 & 2 or NVQ, a Food Hygiene certificate, and prior supervision experience.