About this role
<div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px">Summary</H2> </div><div><p> </p> <div> <ul> <li><span style="font-family:'trebuchet ms', geneva, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"><span>Hospitality Chef</span></span></li> <li><span style="font-family:'trebuchet ms', geneva, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"><span>Based at East Midlands Airport</span></span></li> <li><span style="font-family:'trebuchet ms', geneva, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"><span>Temporary contract until </span><span>31st October 2026</span></span></li> <li><span style="font-family:'trebuchet ms', geneva, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"><span>24 hours per week</span></span></li> <li style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:'trebuchet ms', geneva, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:'trebuchet ms', geneva, sans-serif">£14.79 per hour</span></li> </ul> <p> </p> </div></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px">Why CAVU?</H2> </div><div><p> </p> <div> <p><span style="font-family:'trebuchet ms', geneva, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"><span>For airports, for partners, for people. We are CAVU.</span> </span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-family:'trebuchet ms', geneva, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"><span>At CAVU our purpose is to find new and better ways to make airport travel seamless and enjoyable for everybody. From the smallest ideas to the biggest changes. Every day here is about creating better travel experiences.</span> </span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-family:'trebuchet ms', geneva, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"><span>From our revenue accelerating single platform technology, Propel, through to our world-class hospitality venues including Escape Lounges & aether – our solutions make travel more seamless and enjoyable for passengers, and more profitable for our clients and partners.</span> </span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-family:'trebuchet ms', geneva, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"><span>We know that to bring your best ideas, you need the space to think, the right support, and the freedom to be your true, authentic self.</span></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-family:'trebuchet ms', geneva, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"><span>Whether you’re working from our offices, from home, in a lounge, or out on the road, we provide the environment to create, innovate, and transform airport travel.</span></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-family:'trebuchet ms', geneva, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"><span>If you’re looking for a career where you can make a real impact, bring new ideas to life, and push boundaries, then CAVU is the place for you.</span> </span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-family:'trebuchet ms', geneva, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">Together, we can reach new heights. Together, we are CAVU.</span></p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <div> <p><strong><span style="font-family:'trebuchet ms', geneva, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"><span>As a CAVU employee you will have access to some great benefits including:</span><span> </span></span></strong></p> <p> </p> </div> <div> <ul> <li><span style="font-family:'trebuchet ms', geneva, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"><span>Access to our employee rewards portal with discounts and savings</span></span></li> <li><span style="font-family:'trebuchet ms', geneva, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"><span>24hour Employee Assistance Programme</span></span></li> <li><span style="font-family:'trebuchet ms', geneva, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"><span>Fantastic career development opportunities</span></span></li> <li><span style="font-family:'trebuchet ms', geneva, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"><span>Tax free Airside shopping in our departure lounge</span></span></li> <li><span style="font-family:'trebuchet ms', geneva, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"><span>Meals on duty</span></span></li> </ul> <p> </p> </div> </div></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px">The role</H2> </div><div><p> </p> <div> <p><span style="font-family:'trebuchet ms', geneva, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"><span>We are currently recruiting for a Chef to join our Airport Lounge Hospitality Team. </span></span></p> </div> <div> <p><span style="font-family:'trebuchet ms', geneva, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"><span> </span><span> </span></span></p> </div> <div> <p><span style="font-family:'trebuchet ms', geneva, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"><span>Principal accountabilities include:</span> </span></p> <p> </p> <ul> <li><span style="font-family:'trebuchet ms', geneva, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"><span>To follow recipes and/or product directions for preparing and cooking all varieties of foods.</span></span></li> <li><span style="font-family:'trebuchet ms', geneva, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"><span>Operate a variety of kitchen equipment.</span></span></li> <li><span style="font-family:'trebuchet ms', geneva, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"><span>Prepare foods to be cooked. Some of the preparation procedures are, but not limited to, washing, peeling, cutting and shredding.</span></span></li> <li><span style="font-family:'trebuchet ms', geneva, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"><span>Maintain the food offering ensuring presentation meets operating standards</span></span></li> <li><span style="font-family:'trebuchet ms', geneva, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"><span>Maintain stock levels, receive delivery of supplies, ensure stored correctly, rotate and maintain.</span></span></li> <li><span style="font-family:'trebuchet ms', geneva, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"><span>Ensure floors are swept and mopped or vacuumed, ensure equipment is cleaned, sanitised and stored correctly.</span></span></li> <li><span style="font-family:'trebuchet ms', geneva, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"><span>To dispose of waste, including recycling, in the appropriate manner and if required to remove it to the designated location.</span></span></li> <li><span style="font-family:'trebuchet ms', geneva, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">Assist in one-to-one training of new staff, including subcontracted supplier staff, to uphold the high level of presentation, hospitality and service.</span></li> </ul> <p> </p> </div></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px">What will make you successful in the role?</H2> </div><div><p> </p> <div> <div> <p><span style="font-family:'trebuchet ms', geneva, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"><span>We are looking for a chef who has/is:</span><span> </span></span></p> <p> </p> </div> <div> <ul> <li><span style="font-family:'trebuchet ms', geneva, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"><span>A solid background in hospitality and service sectors, with a proven track record of high-end delivery</span></span></li> <li><span style="font-family:'trebuchet ms', geneva, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"><span>A team player with an absolute first-class approach to customer service</span></span></li> <li><span style="font-family:'trebuchet ms', geneva, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"><span>Experienced in and with demonstrable examples of flexibility across long trading days</span></span></li> <li><span style="font-family:'trebuchet ms', geneva, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"><span>Numerical and analytical skills to process and interrogate data to provide performance information to deliver on budgets</span></span></li> <li><span style="font-family:'trebuchet ms', geneva, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"><span>Computer literate on mainstream PC applications</span></span></li> <li><span style="font-family:'trebuchet ms', geneva, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"><span>Experience of working on own initiative</span></span></li> </ul> </div> <div> <p><span style="font-family:'trebuchet ms', geneva, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"><span> </span><span> </span></span></p> </div> <div> <p><span style="font-family:'trebuchet ms', geneva, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"><span>Early shifts can start as early as 2.00am and late shifts can finish as late as 23:00pm. Our Lounges are open 7 days a week.</span><span> </span></span></p> </div> <div> <p><span style="font-family:'trebuchet ms', geneva, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"><span> </span><span> </span></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-family:'trebuchet ms', geneva, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"><span><strong><span>How do I apply?</span> </strong><br><strong><span> </span> </strong><br><span>Please submit your up-to date CV and a covering letter detailing how you meet the role criteria.</span> </span></span></p> <p> </p> </div> </div> <div> <div> <p><span style="font-family:'trebuchet ms', geneva, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"><span> </span><span> </span></span></p> </div> </div></div></div></div><p><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:'Trebuchet MS', Helvetica, sans-serif"><strong>Equal Opportunities & Reasonable Adjustments</strong></span></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-family:'trebuchet ms', geneva, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">We’re building something brilliant at MAG: a diverse team of Journey Makers who share our values and want to make a difference. We’re on a mission to be number one in our industry, and that takes talent in all its forms. With so many exciting roles across our airports and businesses, there’s space for your unique strengths to shine.</span></p> <p><span style="font-family:'trebuchet ms', geneva, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"> </span></p> <p><span style="font-family:'trebuchet ms', geneva, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">Whether this is your first role or your next big step, we want to hear from you – even if you don’t think you tick every box. What matters most is what you bring.</span></p> <p><span style="font-family:'trebuchet ms', geneva, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"> </span></p> <p><span style="font-family:'trebuchet ms', geneva, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">We’re proud to be a Disability Confident employer. If you need any adjustments to support your application or interview, just let us know. We’re committed to helping you perform at your best.</span></p> <p><span style="font-family:'trebuchet ms', geneva, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"> </span></p> <p><span style="font-family:'trebuchet ms', geneva, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">At MAG, every journey matters. Our Colleague Communities play a big part in that: Women’s Network, Embrace (Race & Ethnicity), Fly with Pride (LGBTQIA+), Mind Matters (Mental Health), PACT (Parents & Carers), RespectABILITY (Disability & Neurodiversity), and the CAVU Global ID&E Affinity Group.</span></p>