Chef

Compass Group UK; Wareham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; 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 position involves preparing high-quality food, overseeing menu changes, and maintaining hygiene standards. Candidates should have a passion for food, supervisory experience, and relevant culinary certifications. The role offers opportunities for progression and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Opportunities for progression

Investment in staff

Celebration of individuality

Qualifications

• Must have experience supervising a team.
• Experience in a similar Chef role is required.
• Hold a Food Hygiene certificate.

Responsibilities

• Prepare high-quality, delicious food.
• Oversee and implement menu changes.
• Monitor inventories for kitchen supplies.

Skills

Passion for great-tasting food

Excellent customer service

Supervisory experience

Flexibility in working approaches

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 37.5 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, investment in our people, celebration of individuality, and recognition for employees who go beyond expectations.

Here's an idea 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 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 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 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 approaches

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, rigs, and offices for the energy sector. We value friendly faces and passionate service, seeking individuals committed to delivering excellent customer service at all levels.

Job Reference: com/1908/95972001/52690110/BU #Defence

Compass Group UK&I is dedicated to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone can be themselves and has equal opportunities for career advancement. We celebrate the unique talents, backgrounds, and abilities of all team members, aiming to create a culture where everyone feels valued, empowered, and able to thrive. Diversity is our strength!