Compass Group UK & Ireland Virtual Insight Day: Nutrition and Catering Careers with Chartwells

Spend a remote day with Chartwells, part of Compass Group UK & Ireland, and explore what it takes to deliver nutritious, ethically sourced food to thousands of students across the UK. The session focuses on the varied work that happens behind the scenes in university catering, giving you an insight into how teams plan menus, support student experience, and bring together food, innovation and service at scale.

You’ll hear from key staff and apprentices about their own career journeys and learn how different roles contribute to the wider business. The day is designed to help you explore future pathways, whether you are considering university, an apprenticeship or going straight into work, while giving you a better understanding of the hospitality and catering sector.

You’ll also take part in interactive challenges, discussions and real-life scenarios, with opportunities to ask questions in a live Q&A. Along the way, you’ll build skills in listening, speaking, teamwork, leadership, creativity and problem solving, and learn more about careers in nutrition, culinary work, marketing and social value.