Retail Head Chef - o2

Compass Group; London; On-site; GBP 51,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the catering sector is seeking a Retail Head Chef to oversee food preparation and ensure high standards of culinary excellence across various venues. The role involves managing food costs, supervising kitchen operations, and fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment. Competitive pay and extensive benefits are offered, along with opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Healthcare

Wellbeing discounts

Entertainment and shopping discounts

Pension and life assurance

Employee assistance programs

Additional leave options

Training and career development

Qualifications

• Strong culinary skills and food knowledge.
• Experience in people management and communication.
• Results-oriented with accountability and customer understanding.

Responsibilities

• Supervise food preparation and cooking, ensuring quality and minimal wastage.
• Manage food costs and ensure compliance with hygiene and safety regulations.
• Support team development and monitor staff turnover.

Skills

Culinary skills

Food knowledge

People management

Communication

Results orientation

Accountability

Customer understanding

Job description

Retail Head Chef - 02

£50337 per annum

Who We Are:

Levy UK & Ireland is a vibrant sector of Compass Group, the world's largest catering company. We operate at some of the most renowned venues worldwide, delivering exceptional food, drink, and hospitality experiences.

Our UK partnerships span sport, entertainment, and events, including Wimbledon, Twickenham, Edgbaston, Tottenham Hotspur, Chelsea, Principality Stadium, Scottish Event Campus (SEC), and ExCel London.

We are passionate about culinary excellence and committed to sustainability, wellbeing, diversity, and inclusion, aligning with our core values of doing the right thing for people and the planet.

We offer extensive benefits such as healthcare, wellbeing discounts, entertainment and shopping discounts, pension and life assurance, employee assistance programs, additional leave options, training and career development, and more.

Overall Purpose of the Role

Assist in organizing and planning recipe specifications for Retail Kitchens across various levels, ensuring signature specifications are maintained. Support the culinary department in delivering high standards of food preparation, cooking, and service, adhering to Levy UK standards, contract requirements, and statutory regulations.

Key Accountabilities

Quality of Work

• Supervise food preparation and cooking, ensuring quality, presentation, and minimal wastage.
• Maintain hygiene standards and ensure food safety procedures are followed.
• Ensure timely service and proper garnishing of dishes.
• Control portions, storage, and wastage to manage costs.
• Complete relevant paperwork, including wastage sheets and cleaning records.
• Keep the kitchen and service areas clean and organized during service.
• Conduct weekly stock takes accurately.

Cost of Food

• Manage food costs effectively and ensure purchasing compliance.
• Monitor gross profit and minimize wastage.
• Coordinate with the team for sustainable and seasonal menu development.

Unit Cost

• Develop labor schedules within budget and minimize agency/overtime costs.
• Manage retail unit costs and ensure budget adherence.

Consumer Sales and Marketing

• Implement company promotions and ensure product costing aligns with targets.
• Stock retail areas adequately and respond promptly to customer requests.
• Adhere to sustainability standards in menus and disposables.

Health and Safety

• Complete required health and safety training.
• Ensure compliance with hygiene and safety regulations.
• Report hazards and maintain safety standards.

People Management

• Communicate targets and support team development.
• Monitor staff turnover and produce succession plans.

Business Excellence

• Deliver consistent standards and uphold Levy UK core signatures and sustainability goals.
• Complete all necessary paperwork and stock takes accurately.

Person Specification

The ideal candidate should demonstrate strong culinary skills, food knowledge, people management, communication, results orientation, accountability, and customer understanding.

About You

Levy UK & Ireland values diversity and inclusion, fostering a workplace where everyone is respected and empowered. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds to join our vibrant team, contributing to an innovative and supportive environment.

Join us to help feed people, fuel progress, and build connections across thousands of venues. Enjoy competitive pay, excellent perks, and opportunities for professional growth.

We are committed to equal opportunities, ensuring every team member can thrive and reach their full potential in a culture that celebrates diversity and individuality.