Chef

Compass Group PLC; Chippenham; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading food service company in the UK is looking for a part-time Chef in Chippenham. This role involves preparing high-quality food and overseeing menu changes to create exceptional experiences. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in food preparation, supervisory experience, and hold necessary food hygiene certifications. This position offers a flexible working schedule and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Opportunities for progression

Recognition for exceptional service

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar Chef role is required.
• Must hold a Food Hygiene certificate.
• Supervisory experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Preparing delicious, high-quality food.
• Overseeing and implementing menu changes.
• Monitoring inventories for kitchen supplies.
• Complying with Food Handling and Hygiene regulations.
• Supporting the creation of new menus and concepts.

Skills

High-quality food preparation

Team supervision

Customer service

Menu development

Education

City & Guilds 706/1 & 2 or NVQ equivalent

Food Hygiene certificate

Job description

We're currently recruiting an ambitious Chef to help us create exceptional food experiences for Defence on a part time basis contracted to 16 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 given 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 pattern will be:

Shift Pattern

• Mon: Weekends only
• Tues: Weekends only
• Weds: Weekends only
• Thurs: Weekends only
• Fri: Weekends only
• Sat: Weekends only
• Sun: Weekends only

Key Responsibilities

• 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 servicesSupporting 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 Satefty regulations
• 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

About Compass Group UK&I

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.