Chef

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

Job summary

An established industry player is on the lookout for an ambitious Chef to join their team and create exceptional food experiences. This full-time role offers the chance to work in a dynamic environment, where your culinary passion and customer service skills will shine. You'll be responsible for preparing delicious meals, overseeing menu changes, and ensuring high standards of hygiene and food safety. With opportunities for progression and a focus on individual growth, this role is perfect for those looking to advance their culinary career while making a positive impact on customers' lives.

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar Chef role with a focus on quality food preparation.
• Ability to supervise a team and implement menu changes effectively.

Responsibilities

• Prepare high-quality food that delights clients and customers.
• Oversee menu changes and maintain hygiene standards.

Skills

Culinary Skills

Customer Service

Menu Planning

Team Supervision

Food Hygiene

Education

City & Guilds 706/1 & 2

NVQ Equivalent

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. We offer opportunities for progression within a company that invests in its people, celebrates individuality, and rewards employees who go beyond the plate.

Here's an idea of what your shift patterns will be: 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 delicious, high-quality food that delights our clients and customers
• Overseeing and implementing menu changes
• Identifying opportunities to improve our food services
• Listening to and acting on customer feedback to improve our food services
• Supporting the creation of new menus and food concepts
• Representing Defence and maintaining a positive brand image
• Monitoring inventories to keep 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 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 UK military establishments, police, secure environments, government sites, and various onshore and offshore facilities. We value passionate individuals committed to delivering excellent customer service at all levels.

Job Reference: com/3004/95405001/52735615/BU #Defence

Compass Group UK&I is committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone can be themselves and has equal opportunities for career advancement. We celebrate diversity and aim to make all team members feel valued and empowered to reach their full potential.