Chef

Compass Group UK; Saffron Walden; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 26,000; Part time

Job summary

A market-leading food service company in the UK is seeking a passionate Chef to join their Defence team on a part-time basis (30 hours/week). The Chef will be responsible for preparing exceptional food, overseeing menu changes, and maintaining high hygiene standards. The ideal candidate will possess relevant qualifications and experience, and have a strong commitment to customer service. This is an excellent opportunity to join a company that values its employees and fosters professional growth.

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar Chef role.
• Ability to supervise a team.
• Flexibility in hours.
• Passion for high-quality food and service.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve high-quality food.
• Oversee menu changes and customer feedback.
• Monitor inventories and maintain hygiene standards.
• Enhance brand image and create new food concepts.

Skills

Passion for food

Customer service

Team supervision

Flexibility in working hours

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

Here's an idea of what your shift patterns will be: Variable shifts.

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 to maintain hygiene standards
• Complying with Food Handling, Hygiene, and Health & Safety regulations

Our ideal Chef will:

• Be passionate about great-tasting food and excellent 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 offshore and onshore facilities. We value friendly faces and excellent customer service at all levels.

Job Reference: com/2207/95233001/52751807/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 create a culture where all team members feel valued, empowered, and able to thrive.