Head Chef

Compass Group UK & Ireland; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading catering company in Birmingham is seeking an ambitious Head Chef to create exceptional food experiences in a healthcare setting. Key responsibilities include preparing high-quality dishes, managing kitchen operations, and leading a team. The ideal candidate has experience as a Head Chef and a passion for culinary excellence. The role offers competitive pay and significant career development opportunities within a supportive environment.

Benefits

Contributory pension scheme

Career development programs

Digital GP access

Exclusive travel discounts

Food shopping discounts

Discounted cinema tickets

Cash rewards on spending

Free wellness classes

Discount sharing with friends and family

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar Head Chef role.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to build relationships.
• Passion for food and commitment to delivering excellence.

Responsibilities

• Prepare delicious, high-quality food.
• Create a positive kitchen environment.
• Manage food ordering and stock control.
• Ensure compliance with hygiene standards.
• Manage budgets effectively.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Time management

Decision making

Culinary skills

Job description

Head Chef – CHG Priory Hospital

Location : Edgbaston

Contract : Full-time, 35 hours per week

Shift Pattern : 5 out of 7 days

Salary : £ per hour

We're currently recruiting an ambitious Head Chef to help us create exceptional food experiences in a healthcare setting.

As Head Chef, you will be responsible for delivering an outstanding culinary experience. In return, you’ll have the opportunity to grow your career with a company that invests in its people, celebrates individuality, and recognises and rewards those who go beyond the plate.

Could you bring your spark to Healthcare? Here’s what you need to know before applying to join Compass Group UK&I.

Key Responsibilities

Prepare delicious, high-quality food that delights both clients and customers

Identify opportunities to improve our food service offer

Create a positive kitchen environment where your team feels welcomed and supported

Deliver our exciting food concepts to customers

Represent Compass Group UK&I and help maintain a strong, positive brand image

Manage food ordering, stock control, and minimise food waste

Oversee kitchen cleaning duties and ensure hygiene standards are maintained

Manage budgets effectively and meet financial targets

Comply with Food Handling & Hygiene standards

Comply with Health & Safety regulations

What We’re Looking For

Experience in a similar Head Chef role

A positive, proactive approach to leading a team

Excellent communication skills and the ability to build strong relationships

Passion for food and commitment to delivering excellence

Initiative and confidence in making decisions that benefit customers

Strong timekeeping and reliability

Ability to perform well under pressure

A safety-first mindset

Benefits

• Contributory pension scheme
• Grow your career with our Career Pathways and MyLearning programmes
• Quick access for you and your immediate family to a Digital GP, and wider healthcare benefits
• Exclusive travel discounts with TUI, Expedia, and many more
• Save money on your food shop with discounts on Tesco, Sainsbury's, Morrisons and many more
• Up to 44% off cinema tickets to enjoy your favourite blockbuster
• Receive cash rewards every time you spend and use them on a wide range of brands
• Un-wind with us with free wellness, mindfulness and exercise classes
• You can share all discounts and offers with your friends and families

About Us

As part of Compass you'll help to feed people, fuel progress and forge connections in around 6,000 venues. Join us to grow your career with the industry leader, and get competitive pay, great perks and unrivalled opportunities for learning and development, at one of the UK's biggest businesses.

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Compass Group UK&I is committed to fostering an environment where every individual can truly be themselves at work and has equal opportunities to advance in their careers. We strive to build a culture that respects and celebrates the unique talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and abilities of all our team members. We want our colleagues to feel valued, empowered to reach their full potential, and to thrive - because diversity is our strength!