Chef

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

Job summary

A leading food service company in the UK is seeking a Chef to create exceptional food experiences on a part-time basis. Responsibilities include preparing high-quality food, overseeing menu changes, and upholding hygiene standards. Candidates should have relevant qualifications and experience in a similar role, along with a flexible approach to work. This position is based in Saffron Walden.

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar Chef role required.
• Supervision experience needed.
• Flexible working approach necessary.

Responsibilities

• Prepare high-quality food.
• Oversee menu changes.
• Identify service improvement opportunities.

Skills

Food preparation

Team supervision

Menu planning

Customer service

Hygiene compliance

Education

City & Guilds 706/1 & 2 or NVQ equivalent

Food Hygiene certificate

Job description

Overview

We're currently recruiting an ambitious Chef to help us create exceptional food experiences for Defence on a part-time basis contracted to 30 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 have opportunities to progress within a company that invests in its people, celebrates individuality, and rewards and recognises employees who go beyond the plate. This role offers variable shifts.

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 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

Qualifications

• 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 Defence, Government & Energy services

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.