Executive Chef: Lead Kitchen & Menu Innovation

Compass Group UK; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Eurest at Bournville is seeking an experienced Executive Chef to lead the kitchen operation in a busy food manufacturing environment, delivering high standards and elevating the current food offer.

You will manage and develop the kitchen team, cook hands-on, control food costs, ensure Compass standards and safety, and collaborate with the client to exceed expectations, with occasional weekend coverage.

This is a hands-on leadership role with opportunities for development within Compass Group UK&I.

Qualifications

• Experience leading a kitchen team in a manufacturing or large-scale catering environment.
• Proven track record of delivering high-quality food and service.
• Strong knowledge of food safety and HSE requirements.

Responsibilities

• Own day-to-day kitchen operation and lead the kitchen team.
• Hands-on cooking and leading by example.
• Ensure Compass standards and safety requirements are implemented.
• Develop and elevate the existing food offer with new ideas.
• Manage ordering, stock, and regular stock takes.
• Deliver consistent quality, presentation, and portion control.
• Collaborate with the client and wider team to exceed expectations.
• Occasional weekend checks to maintain standards.

Skills

Kitchen leadership

Team development

Food safety

Food cost control

Hands-on cooking

Quality and presentation

Communication

Multitasking

People development

Job description

Eurest at Bournville is seeking an experienced Executive Chef to lead the kitchen operation in a busy food manufacturing environment, delivering high standards and elevating the current food offer.

You will manage and develop the kitchen team, cook hands-on, control food costs, ensure Compass standards and safety, and collaborate with the client to exceed expectations, with occasional weekend coverage.

This is a hands-on leadership role with opportunities for development within Compass Group UK&I.