Chef

Compass Group UK; York; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the UK is seeking an ambitious Chef to deliver exceptional food experiences. The role offers opportunities for career progression while emphasizing a passion for great-tasting food and excellent customer service. Join a diverse environment that celebrates individuality and rewards dedication.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Chef in a similar role.
• City & Guilds or NVQ equivalent is essential.
• Experience supervising a team is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Preparing high-quality food that delights customers.
• Overseeing menu changes and improving food services.
• Maintaining hygiene standards and health regulations.

Skills

Customer Service

Food Preparation

Team Leadership

Menu Development

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 Restaurant Associates on a full-time basis contracted to 40 hours per week. As a Chef, you will be responsible for preparing and serving high-quality food that brightens our clients' and customers' days, 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.

Shift Patterns

Variable shifts

Key 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 to and acting on customer feedback to improve our services
• Supporting the creation of new menus and food concepts
• Representing Restaurant Associates and maintaining a positive brand image
• Monitoring inventories to keep kitchens well-stocked
• Maintaining hygiene standards through kitchen cleaning responsibilities
• Complying with Food Handling, Hygiene, and Health & Safety regulations

Ideal Candidate

• Passionate about great-tasting food and customer service
• Holds a City & Guilds 706/1 & 2 or NVQ equivalent
• Experience supervising a team
• Experience in a similar Chef role
• Holds a Food Hygiene certificate
• Flexible approach to working

Part of Compass Group UK&I, Restaurant Associates delivers excellent hospitality through our food, drink, and services. We collaborate with partners and clients to achieve great results, providing employee dining and hospitality in some of the UK's leading workplaces and iconic cultural destinations.

Job Reference: com/0907/60031001/52749224/BU #RA Venues

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 of respect and empowerment, helping our colleagues thrive because diversity is our strength!