Chef

Eurest UK; East Hagbourne; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading workplace catering company in the UK is seeking a full-time Chef to create exceptional food experiences. The role involves preparing high-quality dishes, overseeing menu changes, and ensuring food safety standards. Ideal candidates are passionate about food, have supervisory experience, and hold relevant qualifications. Join us and be part of a team committed to excellence in catering.

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar Chef role.

Responsibilities

• Preparing delicious, high-quality food.
• Overseeing and implementing menu changes.
• Identifying opportunities to improve food services.
• Listening and acting on customer feedback.
• Supporting the creation of new menus and food concepts.
• Representing the company and maintaining a positive brand image.
• Monitoring inventories to keep kitchens well-stocked.
• Oversight of kitchen cleaning responsibilities.
• Complying with food handling, hygiene, and safety regulations.

Skills

Passion for great-tasting food

Exceptional customer service

Experience supervising a team

Flexible approach to working

Education

City & Guilds 706/1 & 2 or NVQ equivalent

Food Hygiene certificate

Job description

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 services.
• Supporting with the creation of new menus and creative food concepts.
• Representing Eurest 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.

Qualifications

• 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.

At Eurest, we are the experts in workplace catering, operating in over 700 workspaces every day. We know that fuelling employees throughout the day can help to sharpen their thinking, nourish their bodies and minds and ultimately, motivate them to perform at their best. Our workplace food experiences are driven by our promise to live more sustainably and responsibly, working towards our goal of net zero by 2030.

We're people‑powered at Eurest. It’s an understatement to say that we’re passionate about what we do, which is why we’re committed to attracting the best and brightest people to join us — could that be you? Find out what makes joining Eurest so exciting. Job Reference: com/0411/41837001/52627250/R/BU #Eurest 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!

13.24 Hourly Contract Full time. We’re currently recruiting an ambitious Chef to help us create exceptional food experiences for Eurest on a full‑time basis, contracted to 40 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 be 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. Could you bring your passion and culinary skill to Eurest? Here’s what you need to know before applying.