Head Chef

Medirest Signature; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Healthcare food service is seeking an ambitious Head Chef for a full-time role based in Birmingham. This position focuses on creating exceptional culinary experiences while ensuring team success and kitchen efficiency. The ideal candidate should have relevant culinary qualifications, experience in a Head Chef role, and a passion for food. This role offers opportunities for career progression and recognition within the company.

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar Head Chef role.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage a kitchen team effectively.
• Strong initiative and decision-making skills.

Responsibilities

• Preparing high-quality food that delights customers.
• Managing budgets and controlling food waste.
• Overseeing kitchen hygiene and safety standards.

Skills

Communication

Team Management

Food Preparation

Budget Management

Problem Solving

Education

City & Guilds 706/1 & 2 or NVQ equivalent

Job description

We're currently recruiting an ambitious Head Chef to help us create exceptional food experiences for Healthcare on a full time basis, contracted to 35 hours per week.

As a Head Chef, 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.

Could you bring your spark to Healthcare? Here's what you need to know before applying for a Head Chef position with Compass Group UK&I.

Here's an idea of what your shift patterns will be: 5 out of 7 days

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 mind set
• Passionate about food