Chef

ESS – Defence, Energy and Government Services; Chippenham; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Opportunities for career advancement

Recognition and rewards for outstanding performance

Job summary

A leading food service company in the UK seeks an enthusiastic Chef based in Chippenham. The successful candidate will prepare exceptional food, oversee menu changes, and maintain hygiene standards. Candidates should possess a City & Guilds certification or NVQ equivalent and have a passion for customer service. This full-time position offers a flexible work schedule, with opportunities for professional growth within the organization.

Qualifications

• A passion for delivering great-tasting food and exceptional customer service.
• Experience in a similar Chef role and supervising a team.
• Holding relevant food hygiene certifications.

Responsibilities

• Prepare high-quality food that delights clients and customers.
• Oversee and implement menu changes.
• Monitor inventories for kitchen supplies.
• Ensure compliance with hygiene and safety regulations.

Skills

Great-tasting food preparation

Exceptional customer service

Team supervision

Flexibility

Education

City & Guilds 706/1 & 2 or NVQ equivalent

Food Hygiene certificate

Job description

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We're currently recruiting an ambitious Chef to help us create exceptional food experiences for Defence on a full-time basis contracted to 37.5 hours per week. As a Chef, you will be responsible for preparing and serving 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 every opportunity to progress within a company that invests in its people, celebrates individuality, and rewards and recognises employees who go beyond the plate.

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

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

Part of Compass Group UK&I, ESS is the Defence, Government, and Energy services sector of Compass Group UK & Ireland. We support 250+ UK military establishments, high profile police, secure environments and government sites, along with a range of onshore and offshore facilities including platforms, drilling rigs, floatels and offices for the energy sector. We know that a friendly face makes all the difference, so we look for people who are passionate about delivering excellent customer service, at all levels, to join our teams.

Job Reference: com/2511/95661001/52777362/BU #Defence

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!

Seniority level: Entry level

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Management and Manufacturing

Industries: Food and Beverage Services

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