Chef, Unit Manager

Description:

We're currently recruiting a dedicated Chef, Unit Manager to help ensure the smooth running of the operations in Chartwells on a part time basis, contracted to 30 hours per week.As a Chef, Unit Manager, you will use your skills to maintain a high standard of quality work. In return, you will have the chance to progress your career with a company that invests in its people, celebrates individuality, and rewards and recognises employees who go beyond the plate.We ensure you're rewarded for all your hard work, which is why we offer a comprehensive benefits package which includes but is not limited to:Free meals

Onsite free car parking

Exclusive travel discounts with TUI, Expedia, (url removed) and many more

Save money on your food shop with discounts on Tesco, Sainsbury's, Morrisons and many more

Quick access for you and your immediate family to a Digital GP, and wider healthcare benefits

Up to 44% off cinema tickets to enjoy your favourite blockbuster

Regular emails filled with the best discounts and savings available

Receive cash rewards every time you spend and use them on a wide range of brands

Un-wind with us with free wellness, mindfulness and exercise classes

You can share all discounts and offers with your friends and families

Contributory pension scheme

Grow your career with our Career Pathways and MyLearning programmes

Here's an idea of what your shift patterns will be: OtherPlease note: This role is contracted to 43 weeks per yearCould you bring your spark to Chartwells? Here's what you need to know before key responsibilities will include:

Preparing delicious, high-quality food that delights our clients and customers

Identifying opportunities to improve our food service

Supporting and training our teams, leading from the front to make sure everyone can excel in their role

Delivering our tasty food concepts to our customers

Ordering food, looking after stock control and controlling food waste

Overseeing the efficiency of all catering operations, including managing inventories and implementing action plans

Managing budgets and successfully meeting financial targets

Implementing and reviewing Health & Safety standards to ensure compliance across all catering and service teams

Our ideal Chef Manager will:

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

Be passionate about great-tasting food and exceptional customer service

Have experience managing teams in a similar role

Be a brilliant communicator and easily build relationships

Strive for excellence in an enthusiastic and motivated manner

Be an ambitious and motivated individual who is always looking to upskill

Possess the ability to work under pressure

Demonstrate exceptional timekeeping and reliability

Have a safety-first mindset

Part of Compass Group UK&I, Chartwells is the leading provider of catering and support services to the education sector. For over a quarter of a century, Chartwells has been focusing on helping those in education to build strong bodies, sharp minds and lead long healthy lives. Every week, Chartwells serves millions of nutritious and delicious meals to pupils and students in primary and secondary schools, academies, independent schools, colleges, and universities across the UK. Chartwells is 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 and we ask applicants to declare all previous convictions and cautions in order to assess their suitability to work with children.Job Reference: com/2904/(phone number removed)/(phone number removed)/WJCompass Group UK&I wants everyone in our business to feel able to be themselves at work and to have an equal opportunity to progress their career. We want to create a culture where we respect and embrace everyone's talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and abilities. Where our colleagues feel valued, can reach their full potential, and thrive - Diversity is Our Strength