Elior UK
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Elior at Work – Food People Actually Look Forward To
Workplace food shouldn’t be forgettable. It should be the best part of the day.
At Elior at Work, we make fresh, modern food that people choose — not settle for. Bold flavours, great choice, and proper care in every service. We bring energy into workplace dining. And we give our teams space to be proud of what they serve every day.
What you’ll be doing…
As a Chef, you will have plenty of responsibility and opportunity to grow in your role, becoming a critical member of our team. You will work in a professional catering environment, preparing fresh, high-quality food while delivering excellent customer service. You will be passionate about food, committed to maintaining high standards, and able to thrive in a busy kitchen while ensuring compliance with all food safety and company procedures.
- Ensure food is prepared, cooked, and presented to the highest standard.
- Support the delivery of breakfast, lunch, dinner, and hospitality catering as required.
- Ensure the kitchen and service areas are always clean, well-presented, and well-stocked.
- Keep up to date with menus and contribute ideas for menu development and continuous improvement.
- Offer a warm, friendly, and professional customer service experience.
- Ensure COSHH, Food Safety, Health & Safety, and HACCP procedures are followed at all times.
- Assist with stock control, ordering, stock rotation, and minimizing food waste.
- Work effectively as part of the catering team to meet service demands and customer expectations.
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Working Pattern: 24hrs Per Week | 8hrs a Day | Monday to Sunday on a Rota Basis
Salary: £18,144.72 (£14.54 per hour)
Job ID: 7222
What can you bring?
- Possess a genuine passion for food.
- Be focused on delivering excellent customer service.
- Be a team player with strong communication skills.
- Previous catering experience within a contract catering, hospitality, or commercial kitchen environment.
- Good knowledge of food safety, allergens, and HACCP principles.
- Level 2 Food Safety Certificate (or willingness to obtain one).
- Ability to work efficiently under pressure while maintaining attention to detail.
- Flexible and reliable, with the ability to work a rotating shift pattern, including weekends and bank holidays.
What's on the menu for you…
At Elior, we believe people do their best work when they feel supported, valued, and able to thrive. That's why we offer a benefits package designed to support your wellbeing, career, finances, and life outside of work.
Here’s a taste of what you can expect when you join us:
- Free meals on shift
- Flexible and part-time working opportunities
- 28 days holiday, increasing to 31 days after two years' service
- Enhanced family, personal, and compassionate leave policies
- Paid volunteering days
- Training, development, and career progression opportunities
- Pension scheme, life assurance, and financial wellbeing support
- Salary Advance, giving you access to a portion of your pay before payday
- A supportive, inclusive culture where everyone can thrive
- Plus access to Elior Spark, our enhanced wellbeing platform, offering support for you and your immediate family, including:
- 24/7 virtual GP appointments
- Mental health support, counselling, and therapy sessions
- Physiotherapy services and second medical opinions
- Online gym and workout programmes
- Legal and financial advice
- Nutrition, fitness, and lifestyle guidance
- Meditation and mindfulness resources
- Dedicated wellbeing helplines and expert support whenever you need it
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At Elior, over 10,000 colleagues come together every day with one purpose: to enrich lives everywhere, every day. We're proud that 87% of our colleagues are proud to work here — and we think that's because people are given the support, trust, and opportunities they need to thrive.
Don't tick every box? Don't rule yourself out. We're looking for people with potential, passion, and the right attitude, not just a checklist of experience.
We're committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels they belong. If you need any adjustments during the recruitment process, just let us know.
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