Executive Chef - Kent

Chartwells; Dartford; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading provider of catering services is seeking an Executive Chef to lead a dynamic team in delivering high-quality food and service. This role offers a chance to make a significant impact in the contract catering industry, with opportunities for career growth and a competitive salary.

Benefits

Contributory pension scheme

Career development programmes

Quick access to Digital GP

Exclusive travel discounts

Food shopping discounts

Cash rewards on spending

Free wellness and exercise classes

Qualifications

• Experience in contract catering and managing a team.
• Knowledgeable about profit margins, purchasing, budgeting, and food costing.

Responsibilities

• Deliver food and catering services across multiple outlets.
• Plan and oversee food preparation ensuring quality standards.
• Manage food safety and compliance.

Skills

Creative culinary skills

Excellent communication

Team player

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
• Career development via our Career Pathways and MyLearning programmes
• Quick access to Digital GP and wider healthcare benefits for you and your immediate family
• Exclusive travel discounts with TUI, Expedia, Booking.com, and more
• Food shopping discounts at Tesco, Sainsbury's, Morrisons, and others
• Up to 44% off cinema tickets
• Cash rewards on spending, redeemable across various brands
• Free wellness, mindfulness, and exercise classes
• Share discounts and offers with friends and family

Chartwells Independents is the leading provider of catering and support services to UK independent schools. We create innovative menus with exceptional service, using seasonal ingredients to ensure quality and diversity in cuisines that meet today's trends.

We develop our teams' skills to foster passion and inspiration. As part of our team, you will support high-quality education by providing outstanding food and service to pupils and staff. You will lead a team passionate about preparing fresh, nutritious food daily in a dynamic environment that promotes work-life balance.

We are seeking a talented, enthusiastic, and experienced Executive Chef to lead our catering team in producing outstanding food with the finest ingredients in a prestigious setting. This role offers a fantastic opportunity to make a significant impact in the contract catering industry, with support and development opportunities and a competitive salary.

More about the role:

• Deliver food and catering services across multiple outlets in a complex environment
• Plan, organize, and oversee food preparation, ensuring quality standards
• Take hands-on responsibility for food production
• Drive sales through menu planning, promotions, and supplier relations
• Manage food safety, HSE, and COSHH compliance
• Implement food monitoring procedures to control costs and monitor budgets

Who you are:

• Creative culinary and presentation skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Energetic with a passion for excellence
• Capable of managing staff calmly and inspiringly
• Proactive in waste prevention
• Passionate about food
• Team player with strong organizational skills
• Numerate, computer literate, with financial understanding
• Knowledgeable about profit margins, purchasing, budgeting, and food costing

About Us:

As part of Compass, you'll help feed people, fuel progress, and forge connections across thousands of venues. Join us for career growth, competitive pay, great perks, and learning opportunities within one of the UK's largest businesses.

Job Reference: com/0805/43112001/52219263/SU #Independent

Compass Group UK&I is dedicated to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone can be themselves and succeed. We celebrate diversity and are committed to equal opportunities for all team members.