Chef - Menu Innovator for Defence (35h/wk)

Compass Group PLC; Exeter; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Contributory pension scheme

Career Pathways and MyLearning

Digital GP and wider healthcare

Exclusive travel discounts

Cinema discounts

Discounts at Tesco/Sainsbury's/Morris"

Cash rewards for purchases

Wellness and fitness classes

Job summary

Compass Group UK&I Defence division is seeking an ambitious Chef to join the team on a full-time basis, contracted to 35 hours per week. You will prepare and serve high-quality food while supporting menu development and delivering excellent customer service in a defence environment.

The role requires supervising a kitchen team, holding a Food Hygiene certificate, and a City & Guilds 706/1 & 706/2 or NVQ equivalent.

Qualifications

• Holding City & Guilds 706/1 & 706/2 or an NVQ equivalent.
• Food Hygiene certificate is required.
• Experience supervising a kitchen team is essential.

Responsibilities

• Prepare high-quality food that delights clients and customers.
• Oversee and implement menu changes to keep offerings fresh.
• Identify opportunities to improve food services and processes.
• Monitor inventories to ensure well-stocked kitchens and compliance with health regs.
• Maintain hygiene standards and safe food handling practices.

Skills

Team supervision

Chef experience

Menu development

Food safety

Education

City & Guilds 706/1 & 706/2 or NVQ equivalent

Food Hygiene certificate

Job description

Compass Group UK&I Defence division is seeking an ambitious Chef to join the team on a full-time basis, contracted to 35 hours per week. You will prepare and serve high-quality food while supporting menu development and delivering excellent customer service in a defence environment.

The role requires supervising a kitchen team, holding a Food Hygiene certificate, and a City & Guilds 706/1 & 706/2 or NVQ equivalent.