Culinary Expert for Education Sector

3 weeks ago


Consett, Durham, United Kingdom Compass Group UK & Ireland Full time

Culinary Expertise Sought

We're recruiting a skilled Chef to join our Chartwells team. As a key member, you'll be responsible for preparing and serving high-quality food that delights our clients and customers. You'll work within the market-leading food service company in the UK, getting every opportunity to progress within a company that invests in its people, celebrates individuality, and rewards and recognises employees who go beyond the plate.

Your Key Responsibilities:

  • Deliver delicious, high-quality food that meets our clients' and customers' expectations
  • Oversee and implement menu changes to maintain our food services' exceptional standards
  • Identify opportunities to improve our food services, providing solutions to enhance the overall experience
  • Listen and act on customer feedback to consistently improve our food services
  • Support the creation of new menus and creative food concepts that exceed expectations
  • Represent Chartwells and maintain a positive brand image, upholding our company values
  • Monitor inventories to keep our kitchens well-stocked, ensuring seamless food preparation and service
  • Oversee kitchen cleaning responsibilities to maintain hygiene standards
  • Comply with Food Handling, Hygiene, and Health and Safety regulations to ensure a safe working environment

    Our Ideal Candidate:

    • Passionate about great-tasting food and exceptional customer service
    • Holds a City & Guilds 706/1 & 2 or NVQ equivalent, demonstrating culinary expertise
    • Experience supervising a team, with a proven track record of success
    • Experience in a similar Chef role, with a deep understanding of food preparation and service
    • Holds a Food Hygiene certificate, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations
    • Flexible and adaptable, with a willingness to work in a fast-paced environment

      Chartwells, part of Compass Group UK & Ireland, is the leading provider of catering and support services to the education sector. We're committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all employees to share this commitment. Any offer of employment will be subject to successfully completing pre-employment checks, including an enhanced DBS disclosure and a Children's Barred List check. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. We celebrate individuality and provide equal opportunities for all team members to advance in their careers, fostering an environment where everyone can truly be themselves at work and thrive.



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