Chef de Partie - Creative Menus & Team Leadership

Compass Group PLC; Quarrington; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Compass Group UK&I is seeking a Chef de Partie on a full-time contract (37.5 hours per week) to deliver high-quality food for Defence sector clients. You will lead a section, contribute to menu development and ensure compliance with hygiene and safety standards.

The role rewards passion for food and customer service, with opportunities to progress in a market-leading food service company in the UK. A flexible approach to shifts is advantageous.

Qualifications

• Food preparation and service excellence are essential.
• Experience supervising a kitchen team and daily line management.
• Ability to respond to customer feedback and adapt menus.

Responsibilities

• Preparing delicious, high-quality food that delights clients and customers
• Overseeing and implementing menu changes
• Identifying opportunities to improve food services
• Listening and acting on customer feedback to improve services
• Supporting with creation of new menus and 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 and Safety regulations
• Be passionate about great-tasting food and exceptional customer service
• Have flexible working approach

Skills

Food preparation

Team supervision

Menu development

Customer service

Education

City & Guilds 706/1 & 2 or NVQ equivalent

Job description

Compass Group UK&I is seeking a Chef de Partie on a full-time contract (37.5 hours per week) to deliver high-quality food for Defence sector clients. You will lead a section, contribute to menu development and ensure compliance with hygiene and safety standards.

The role rewards passion for food and customer service, with opportunities to progress in a market-leading food service company in the UK. A flexible approach to shifts is advantageous.