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Sous Chef
Chef – Full Time (35 Hours per Week)
About the Role
We’re recruitimg an ambitious Chef to help Chartwells create exceptional food experiences. You’ll play a key role in delivering high-quality dining experiences for our clients and customers within the market-leading food service company in the UK.
This role includes the opportunity to progress within a company that supports its employees—investing in growth, celebrating individuality, and rewarding those who go beyond expectations. You’ll be part of a team that ensures every facility operates smoothly and consistently, reflecting our brand on and off-site.
Working Patterns
- Shift pattern: 5 out of 7 days
- Contract: 42.2 weeks per year
Are you passionate about great-tasting food and exceptional service? Bring your skills to Chartwells—the UK’s leading food service provider—and help brighten people’s days with every meal.
Key Responsibilities
- Preparing delicious, high-quality food that delights our clients and customers
- Overseeing and implementing menu changes to adapt to customer preferences and trends
- Identifying opportunities to improve food services across our operations
- Actively listening to and acting on customer feedback to enhance offerings
- Supporting the creation of new menus and creative food concepts
- Representing Chartwells externally and maintaining a positive brand image
- Monitoring inventories to ensure kitchens remain well-stocked and efficient
- Supervising kitchen cleaning responsibilities to meet hygiene and food safety standards
- Ensuring compliance with Food Handling, Hygiene, Health, and Safety regulations
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Ideal Requirements
Qualifications & Experience
- City & Guilds 706/1 & 2 qualification or NVQ equivalent
- Proven experience in a similar Chef role
- Demonstrable experience supervising a kitchen team
- Valid Food Hygiene certificate (required)
Soft Skills & Attributes
- Passion for exceptional food and customer service
- Commitment to continuous improvement in food quality and service
- Flexible, adaptable approach to shifting priorities and demanding environments
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Career Growth & Benefits
As part of Compass Group UK&I, you’ll contribute to feeding nearly 6,000+ venues across the UK, forging connections and supporting Trabelling, learning, and unrivalled career development opportunities.
You can expect:
- Competitive pay
- Excellent benefits package
- Clear progression pathways within a global industry leader
Compass Group UK&I values diversity and is committed to fostering an inclusive, supportive environment where everyone can thrive. Join a values-driven organisation that respects, celebrates, and leverages the unique strengths of its most valued resource—its people.
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