School Kitchen Manager & Menu Innovator

Compass Group UK; Sheet; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

Compass Group UK is seeking a Chef to join Chartwells on a part-time basis, contracted to 32.5 hours per week and 43.8 weeks per year. The role focuses on preparing and serving high-quality meals that brighten clients’ days within a market-leading food service company in the UK.

The ideal candidate will hold City & Guilds 706/1 & 706/2 or NVQ equivalent and have a Food Hygiene certificate, with experience supervising a team.

Qualifications

• Experience supervising a team in a food service environment.
• Strong focus on delivering high-quality, appealing meals.
• Ability to respond to customer feedback and adjust service accordingly.

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 to continually improve offerings.
• Assist with creating new menus and creative food concepts.
• Represent Chartwells and maintain a positive brand image.
• Monitor inventories to keep kitchens well-stocked.
• Oversee kitchen cleaning to maintain hygiene standards.
• Comply with Food Handling, Hygiene and Health and Safety regulations.

Skills

Team supervision

Culinary excellence

Customer service

Flexible working

Education

City & Guilds 706/1 & 706/2 or NVQ equivalent

Job description

Compass Group UK is seeking a Chef to join Chartwells on a part-time basis, contracted to 32.5 hours per week and 43.8 weeks per year. The role focuses on preparing and serving high-quality meals that brighten clients’ days within a market-leading food service company in the UK.

The ideal candidate will hold City & Guilds 706/1 & 706/2 or NVQ equivalent and have a Food Hygiene certificate, with experience supervising a team.