Chef

Eurest; Sutton Coldfield; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in workplace catering is seeking an ambitious Chef to create exceptional food experiences. This full-time role offers the chance to prepare delicious meals, oversee menu changes, and enhance food services while working in a supportive environment that values individuality and career growth. With a commitment to sustainability and a focus on nourishing employees, this position promises an exciting opportunity for culinary professionals looking to make a meaningful impact in their work. Join a team that celebrates diversity and empowers its members to thrive.

Qualifications

• Passionate about great-tasting food and customer service.
• Experience in a similar Chef role with team supervision.

Responsibilities

• Preparing high-quality food that delights clients and customers.
• Overseeing menu changes and improving food services.
• Maintaining hygiene standards and monitoring inventories.

Skills

Culinary Skills

Customer Service

Menu Planning

Team Supervision

Food Hygiene

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 Eurest on a full-time basis contracted to 37.5 hours per week. As a Chef, you will be responsible for preparing and serving food that 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 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 Eurest? 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 and acting on customer feedback to improve our food services
• Supporting the creation of new menus and food concepts
• Representing Eurest 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

We connect workplaces to mindful, flavourful & planet-positive catering.

At Eurest, we are experts in workplace catering, operating in over 700 workspaces daily. We believe that fueling employees throughout the day helps sharpen their thinking, nourish their bodies and minds, and motivates performance. Our food experiences are driven by our commitment to sustainability, working towards our goal of net zero by 2030.

We’re people-powered at Eurest.

We are passionate about our work and committed to attracting the best talent. Could you be the one? Discover what makes joining Eurest so exciting.

Job Reference: com/2904/41465001/52584820/R/BU #Eurest

Compass Group UK&I is dedicated to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone can be themselves and has equal opportunities for career growth. We celebrate diversity and aim to create a culture where all team members feel valued, empowered, and able to thrive.