Head Chef

Compass Group UK; Chatham; On-site; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Head Chef to lead a talented kitchen team at a military establishment. This role involves preparing high-quality meals, managing kitchen operations, and ensuring compliance with health and safety standards. The ideal candidate will foster a positive work environment, demonstrate exceptional culinary skills, and possess a passion for food. Join a company that values diversity and offers a comprehensive benefits package, including exclusive discounts and career development opportunities. If you are ready to take on a challenging yet rewarding role in a supportive environment, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

Exclusive travel discounts

Grocery shopping discounts

Digital GP access

Cinema ticket discounts

Cash rewards on spending

Wellness and exercise classes

Contributory pension scheme

Career development programs

Qualifications

• Experience as a Head Chef with strong leadership skills.
• Ability to create a positive kitchen environment.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Communication Skills

Team Management

Food Preparation

Budget Management

Time Management

Problem Solving

Hygiene Standards Compliance

Customer Service

Initiative

Passion for Food

Education

Culinary Arts Certification

Food Safety Certification

Job description

Head Chef- Brompton Barracks

Salary: £16.75 Per Hour
Hours: 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 mindset
• 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!