Chef

Chef – Join the Vertas team at High Lodge Café!

Churchill Catering, High Lodge, Thetford Forest, IP27 0AF

37.5 hours per week | 9-5 working hours

Salary: £31,000

Cook Up a Career in the Heart of Thetford Forest!

Are you a passionate chef who thrives in a fast-paced, vibrant environment? Do you love the idea of working in a stunning forest location, on a 9 -5 pattern? If so, we’d love to hear from you!

Churchill Catering is part of the Vertas Group – one of the UK’s fastest-growing facilities management companies – and we are looking for a talented Chef to join our friendly team at the High Lodge Café.

What the Chef will be doing:

• Leading the kitchen in delivering high-quality, freshly prepared meals
• Creating a warm and welcoming experience for our café guests
• Managing stock and supporting with ordering
• Ensuring food safety and allergen procedures are followed
• Supporting with light kitchen duties and maintaining cleanliness

The successful Chef will have:

• 3+ years’ experience in a busy kitchen environment
• A team player with a positive, can-do attitude
• Passion for great food and excellent customer service
• Willingness to learn and grow with us
• Flexibility to work 5 out of 7 days, including weekends and bank holidays

Vertas is one of the fastest growing multi-services facilities management companies in the UK, we have received the Kinds 2025 award for Enterprise in Sustainable Development.

What You’ll Get in Return:

• A competitive salary up to £31,000
• A beautiful work setting in Thetford Forest
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• Be part of a supportive, ethical, and forward-thinking company
• Opportunities to grow your career within the Vertas Group

Ready to Join Us?

If you're ready to bring your culinary skills to a place where nature meets hospitality, please apply today and become part of something special!