Chef

Compass Group UK; Haverfordwest; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food service company in the UK is seeking an ambitious Chef to create exceptional food experiences for Defence. This full-time role involves preparing high-quality meals, overseeing menu changes, and ensuring customer satisfaction. The ideal candidate will have relevant qualifications and a passion for culinary excellence.

Qualifications

• Experience supervising a team.
• Experience in a similar Chef role.
• Flexible in working hours.

Responsibilities

• Preparing high-quality, delicious food.
• Overseeing and implementing menu changes.
• Maintaining hygiene standards.

Skills

Customer Service

Food Preparation

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 full-time basis, contracted to 40 hours per week. As a Chef, you will be responsible for preparing and serving food that brightens our clients' and customers' days, within the market-leading food service company in the UK. You'll have opportunities to progress within a company that invests in its people, celebrates individuality, and rewards employees who go beyond the plate.

Here’s an overview of your shift patterns: 5 out of 7 days.

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

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Preparing high-quality, delicious 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 improve our offerings
• Supporting the creation of new menus and food concepts
• Representing Defence and maintaining a positive brand image
• Monitoring inventories to ensure kitchens are well-stocked
• Maintaining hygiene standards through kitchen cleaning responsibilities
• Complying with Food Handling, Hygiene, and Health & 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
• Be flexible in working hours

Part of Compass Group UK&I, ESS supports over 250 UK military establishments, police, secure environments, government sites, and various onshore and offshore facilities, including platforms and drilling rigs. We believe a friendly face makes a difference, so we seek individuals passionate about delivering excellent customer service at all levels.

Job Reference: com/2005/94416001/52739588/BU #Defence

Compass Group UK&I is committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone can be themselves and has equal opportunities to grow. We celebrate diversity and aim to build a culture where all team members feel valued, empowered, and able to reach their full potential.