• Preparing delicious food to the highest standards
• Supporting the smooth day-to-day running of the school catering operation
• Delivering excellent food and customer service
• Helping to manage stock and maintain an efficient kitchen
• Maintaining high standards of food hygiene and cleanliness
• Supporting the catering team and leading by example
• Representing Chartwells and maintaining a positive brand image
• Liaising with colleagues to ensure a great service
• Following and maintaining Health & Safety standards across the catering operation

• Be passionate about great-tasting food and excellent service
• Have catering experience
• Hold NVQ Level 1 & 2 or City & Guilds 706/1 and 2
• Hold a Basic Food Hygiene certificate
• Have good communication and organisational skills
• Be reliable, motivated and able to work effectively as part of a team
• Take pride in maintaining high standards
• Be keen to learn, develop and build their skills

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/1310/40216001/52824516/R/BU #State Schools

Compass Group UK&I is committed to fostering an environment where every individual can truly be themselves at work and has equal opportunities to advance in their careers. We strive to build a culture that respects and celebrates the unique talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and abilities of all our team members. We want our colleagues to feel valued, empowered to reach their full potential, and to thrive - because diversity is our strength!