Chef

Chartwells Independent; Andover; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Contributory pension

Career Pathways & MyLearning

Digital GP and wider healthcare

Travel discounts

Cinema discounts

Cash rewards

Wellness & mindfulness classes

Family discounts

Job summary

Compass Group UK&I is recruiting an ambitious Chef to support Defence with high-quality meals in a full-time role contracted to 48 hours per week. You’ll lead kitchen operations, implement menus, and drive guest satisfaction across a large UK site.

The role requires City & Guilds 706/1 & 2 or NVQ, a Food Hygiene certificate, and proven supervisory experience. A flexible approach and commitment to food safety are key.

Qualifications

• City & Guilds 706/1 & 2 or NVQ equivalent
• Food Hygiene certificate
• Experience supervising a team
• Experience in a similar Chef role
• Flexible approach to working

Responsibilities

• Prepare high-quality food that delights clients and customers
• Oversee and implement menu changes
• Identify opportunities to improve food services
• Listen to customer feedback to continually improve offerings
• Assist in creating new menus and creative concepts
• Represent Defence and maintain a positive brand image
• Monitor inventories to keep kitchens stocked
• Oversee kitchen cleaning to maintain hygiene
• Comply with Food Handling, Hygiene and Health & Safety regulations

Skills

Food preparation

Customer service

Team supervision

Quality control

Menu development

Hygiene awareness

Education

City & Guilds 706/1 & 2 or NVQ

Food Hygiene certificate

Job description

We're currently recruiting an ambitious Chef to helpus create exceptional food experiences for Defence on a full time basiscontracted to 48 hours per week.

As a Chef, you will be responsible for preparing andserving the kind of food that truly brightens our clients' and customers' days,all within the market-leading food service company in the UK. You'll get givenevery opportunity to progress within a company that invests in its people,celebrates individuality, and rewards and recognises employees who go beyondthe plate.

Here's an idea of what your shift patterns will be: 5out of 7 days

Could you bring your passion and culinary skill toDefence? Here's what you need to know before applying:

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Preparing delicious, high-quality food that delights our clients and customers
• Overseeing and implementing menu changes
• Identifying opportunities to improve our food services
• Listening and acting on customer feedback to consistently improve our food services
• Supporting with the creation of new menus and creative food concepts
• Representing Defence and maintaining a positive brand image
• Monitoring inventories to keep our kitchens well-stocked
• Overseeing kitchen cleaning responsibilities to maintain hygiene standards
• Complying with Food Handling, Hygiene and Health and Safety regulations

Our ideal Chef will:

• Be passionate about great-tasting food and exceptional customer service
• Hold a City & Guilds 706/1 & 2 or NVQ equivalent
• Have experience supervising a team
• Have experience in a similar Chef role
• Hold a Food Hygiene certificate
• Have a flexible approach to working

We ensure you're rewarded for all your hard work, which is why we offer a comprehensive benefits package which includes but is not limited to:

• Contributory pension scheme
• Grow your career with our Career Pathways and MyLearning programmes
• Quick access for you and your immediate family to a Digital GP, and wider healthcare benefits
• Exclusive travel discounts with TUI, Expedia, Booking.com and many more
• Save money on your food shop with discounts on Tesco, Sainsbury's, Morrisons and many more
• Up to 44% off cinema tickets to enjoy your favourite blockbuster
• Receive cash rewards every time you spend and use them on a wide range of brands
• Un-wind with us with free wellness, mindfulness and exercise classes
• You can share all discounts and offers with your friends and families

Please note: This role is contracted to weeks per year

About Us

As part of Compass you'll help to feed people, fuel progress and forge connections in around 6,000 venues. Join us to grow your career with the industry leader, and get competitive pay, great perks and unrivalled opportunities for learning and development, at one of the UK's biggest businesses.

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Compass Group UK&I is committed to fostering an environment where every individual can truly be themselves at work and has equal opportunities to advance in their careers. We strive to build a culture that respects and celebrates the unique talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and abilities of all our team members. We want our colleagues to feel valued, empowered to reach their full potential, and to thrive - because diversity is our strength!