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Head Chef

Compass Group

Breckland District

On-site

GBP 1,000

Full time

10 days ago

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Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Head Chef to lead a dynamic kitchen team in a vibrant environment. This role is pivotal in delivering exceptional culinary experiences while maintaining high standards of food safety and hygiene. You'll have the opportunity to create a positive workplace culture, manage budgets, and implement innovative food service strategies. The ideal candidate will thrive under pressure, possess strong communication skills, and have a genuine passion for food. Join a company committed to diversity and career development, where your contributions will be valued and rewarded.

Benefits

Exclusive travel discounts
Grocery discounts
Digital GP access
Cinema ticket discounts
Cash rewards on spending
Wellness and exercise classes
Contributory pension scheme
Career development programs

Qualifications

  • Proven experience as a Head Chef in a high-volume kitchen environment.
  • Strong ability to manage a team and create a positive work atmosphere.

Responsibilities

  • Prepare high-quality food and manage kitchen operations efficiently.
  • Ensure compliance with food safety and hygiene standards.

Skills

Communication Skills
Team Management
Food Safety Knowledge
Time Management
Decision Making
Culinary Skills

Education

Experience in a similar Head Chef role

Job description

Head Chef- West Tofts, Thetford
  • £18.21 Per Hour
  • 40 hours per week

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:

  • 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
  • Be passionate about food

We ensure you're rewarded for all your hard work, which is why we offer a comprehensive benefits package which includes but is not limited to:

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

Part of Compass Group UK&I, ESS is the Defence, Government, and Energy services sector of Compass Group UK & Ireland. We support 250+ UK military establishments, high profile police, secure environments and government sites, along with a range of onshore and offshore facilities including platforms, drilling rigs, floatels and offices for the energy sector. We know that a friendly face makes all the difference, so we look for people who are passionate about delivering excellent customer service, at all levels, to join our teams.

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!

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