Chef Manager - Penrith

Medirest Signature; Penrith; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading culinary services provider in Penrith is seeking a Chef Manager to create outstanding dining experiences. Responsibilities include preparing high-quality food and managing kitchen operations, with an emphasis on leadership and teamwork. Candidates should bring a passion for food and experience in a similar role. The position offers competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Contributory pension scheme

Free parking

Free Meals On Duty

Career Pathways and MyLearning programmes

Digital GP access

Exclusive travel discounts

Cash rewards on spending

Free wellness classes

Qualifications

• Hold a City & Guilds 706/1 & 2 or NVQ equivalent.
• Experience in a similar Head Chef role.
• Demonstrate exceptional timekeeping and reliability.

Responsibilities

• Prepare delicious, high-quality food.
• Manage budgets and meet financial targets.
• Oversee kitchen cleaning responsibilities.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Team leadership

Creativity in food preparation

Ability to work under pressure

Strong organizational skills

Education

City & Guilds 706/1 & 2 or NVQ equivalent

Job description

We ensure you're rewarded for all your hard work, which is why we offer a comprehensive benefits package including but not limited to:

• Contributory pension scheme
• Free parking
• Free Meals On Duty
• Monday to Friday Term Time Working Only
• Grow your career with our Career Pathways and MyLearning programmes
• Quick access for you and your immediate family to a Digital GP, and wider healthcare benefits
• Exclusive travel discounts with TUI, Expedia, Booking.com and many more
• Save money on your food shop with discounts on Tesco, Sainsbury's, Morrisons and many more
• Up to 44% off cinema tickets to enjoy your favourite blockbuster
• Receive cash rewards every time you spend and use them on a wide range of brands
• Unwind with us with free wellness, mindfulness and exercise classes
• You can share all discounts and offers with your friends and families

As a Chef Manager, you will be responsible for creating an outstanding culinary experience. In return, you will have the chance to progress your career with a company that invests in its people, celebrates individuality, and rewards and recognises employees who go beyond the plate.

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Here's an idea of what your shift pattern will be:

• Monday to Friday - Term Time

Please note: This role is contracted to 43.6 weeks per year

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Preparing delicious, high-quality food that delights our clients and customers
• Identifying opportunities to improve our food service
• Creating a positive kitchen environment where your team feel welcomed and supported
• Delivering our tasty food concepts to our customers
• Representing Compass Group UK&I and maintaining a positive brand image
• Ordering food, looking after stock control and controlling food waste
• Overseeing kitchen cleaning responsibilities to maintain hygiene standards
• Managing budgets and successfully meeting financial targets
• Complying with Food Handling & Hygiene standards
• Complying with Health & Safety regulations

Our ideal Head Chef will:

• Hold a City & Guilds 706/1 & 2 or NVQ equivalent
• Create a positive work environment where the whole team can thrive
• Be a brilliant communicator and easily build relationships
• Have experience in a similar Head Chef role
• Strive for excellence in an enthusiastic and motivated manner
• Take initiative and make decisions that are right for our customers
• Have a desire to succeed in your role
• Possess the ability to work under pressure
• Demonstrate exceptional timekeeping and reliability
• Have a safety-first mindset
• Passionate about food

About Us

As part of Compass, you'll help to feed people, fuel progress, and forge connections in around 6,000 venues. Join us to grow your career with the industry leader, and get competitive pay, great perks, and unrivalled opportunities for learning and development, at one of the UK's biggest businesses.

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Compass Group UK&I is committed to fostering an environment where every individual can truly be themselves at work and has equal opportunities to advance in their careers. We strive to build a culture that respects and celebrates the unique talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and abilities of all our team members. We want our colleagues to feel valued, empowered to reach their full potential, and to thrive—because diversity is our strength!