Head Chef

Part Of Compass Group Uk&i; City Of London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare service provider in the UK is looking for a Head Chef to join their team in Sydenham. In this role, you will lead the kitchen team, ensure high-quality meal production, and manage kitchen operations while adhering to safety standards. Candidates should have a proven culinary background, excellent team management skills, and a passion for culinary excellence. This full-time position offers a range of benefits including career growth opportunities and exclusive discounts.

Benefits

Free meals

Contributory pension scheme

Career growth pathways

Access to a Digital GP

Travel discounts

Grocery discounts

Cinema ticket discounts

Cash rewards

Wellness classes

Discounts for friends and family

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Chef, ideally within care, hospitality, or senior living.
• Strong leadership and management skills are essential.
• Solid knowledge of food safety standards and regulations.
• Passionate about delivering excellent culinary experiences.
• Ability to adapt and be flexible in a dynamic environment.

Responsibilities

• Plan and oversee meal production to the highest standards.
• Lead and manage the kitchen team to ensure smooth operations.
• Ensure compliance with food safety, hygiene, and health & safety regulations.
• Manage stock, orders, and budgets efficiently.
• Innovate menus that meet dietary needs and preferences.
• Maintain high standards of presentation and portion control.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Food safety knowledge

Culinary experience

Flexibility

Job description

We are seeking a talented and passionate Head Chef on a full time basis working 5 over 7 days to be a part of our kitchen team in Sydenham, in delivering outstanding, nutritious, and appealing meals for our residents.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, and oversee the production of all meals to the highest standards.
• Lead, motivate, and manage the kitchen team to ensure smooth operations.
• Ensure compliance with food safety, hygiene, and health & safety regulations.
• Manage stock, orders, and budgets efficiently.
• Innovate menus that meet residents' dietary needs and preferences.
• Maintain high standards of presentation and portion control.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Chef, Chef Manager or Head Chef, ideally within care, hospitality, or senior living.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Knowledge of food safety standards and regulations.
• Passion for delivering excellent culinary experiences.
• Flexible and adaptable.

About Medirest

Part of Compass Group UK & I, Medirest is the specialist healthcare operating company of Compass Group UK & Ireland, providing a full range of hotel services, including staff, patient and visitor catering, domestics, portering, security and reception, at over 130 NHS Trusts and private hospitals.

Benefits

• Free meals
• 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, Booking.com 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
• Unwind with us with free wellness, mindfulness and exercise classes
• You can share all discounts and offers with your friends and families