Chef

Elior Uk; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - GBP 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading catering company in the UK is looking for a passionate Chef to join their night shift team. In this role, you will ensure food quality, maintain cleanliness in the kitchen, and lead a small team to provide excellent customer service. This position offers flexibility with part-time roles available, generous holiday allowance, and a range of perks including free meals and career development opportunities. If you are dedicated to food excellence and customer satisfaction, we want to hear from you!

Benefits

Free, tasty meals

Flexible working

28 days holiday, increasing to 31 days

Paid volunteering days

Career development opportunities

Pension schemes and life assurance

Exclusive discounts

Qualifications

• Ability to lead a small team.
• Focused on delivering excellent customer service.
• Willingness to work evening shifts.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the food is to the highest standard.
• Maintain cleanliness in kitchen and service area.
• Stay updated with menus and offerings.
• Provide warm and friendly service.
• Adhere to COSHH, Food Safety, and Health & Safety guidelines.

Skills

Passion for food

Team player

Customer service excellence

Leadership

Evening availability

Job description

Elior at work – Workdays Made Better with Great Food

A great workday starts withgreat food,and we know food at work should be more than just a sandwich at your desk. That’s why we bring exciting, fresh, and flexible catering to workplaces across the UK. Whether it’s a quick grab-and-go snack or a hearty lunch, with tech-powered ordering and diverse menus, we keep teams happy, energised, and ready to take on the 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.

• Ensure the food is to the highest standard
• Ensure the kitchen and service area are always clean, well-presented, and well-stocked
• Keep up to date with menus and what food is on offer
• Offer a warm and friendly service
• Ensure COSHH, Food Safety, and Health & Safety are followed

Working Pattern: Catering for a night shift team, 7:00 PM to 12:30 AM / Monday to Thursday.

What can you bring?

• Possess a passion for food
• Ability to lead a small team
• Focused on the front line
• Genuine interest in customer service excellence
• Team player
• Ability to work evenings

Brilliant Work Deserves Brilliant Perks!

At Elior, we believe that when you love where you work, it shows. That’s why we make sure our team feels appreciated, supported, and set up for success! Here’s what’s waiting for you:

• Free, tasty meals - Enjoy tasty, nutritious food on us while you work!
• Flexible working - including part time roles, because life doesn’t run on a 9-5 schedule.
• Plenty of Time to Unwind - 28 days of holiday, and after two years, enjoy even more with 31 days.
• Leave for life’s important moments - whether family, personal or unexpected.
• Give back time - paid volunteering days for the causes you care about.
• Room to grow - career development and learning opportunities for all stages of your career.
• Financial security - pension schemes and life assurance.
• Exclusive discounts - save on entertainment, leisure, and even travel!

One small thing - we welcome you to apply using the name you feel most comfortable with!No need for legal names at this stage.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

We’re a people-first business with over 10,000 colleagues across the UK, serving everything from stadiums to hospitals, schools to workplaces. Our mission? <>Toenrich lives everywhere, every day.

And here’s the best part - 87% of our team say they’re proud to work here!Why? Because we create a place where you’re listened to, trusted, supported, and valued.

Not sure you match every single requirement? Apply anyway! Research shows that many people - especially women and those from underrepresented backgrounds - hold back unless they meet 100% of the criteria. But we hire for potential, not just experience. If you’re passionate and ready to grow, we want to hear from you!

We Celebrate You!

At Elior, diversity and inclusion aren’t just policies, they’re who we are. We know that different perspectives make us stronger, and we’re dedicated to creating an environment where everyone feels seen, heard, and empowered to succeed.

Need any support or adjustments during the application process? Just let us know - we’re happy to help!

Ready to join us? Hit ‘Apply Now’ and let’s chat!