Head Chef

Compass Group UK; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Contributory pension scheme

Career Pathways & MyLearning

Digital GP & wider healthcare benefits

Exclusive travel discounts

Shopping discounts (Tesco, Sainsbury's

Cinema discounts

Cash rewards

Wellness & mindfulness classes

Discounts for friends & family

Job summary

Compass Group UK&I is hiring a Head Chef for The Park Hospital in Nottingham. You will lead a healthcare kitchen, delivering an exceptional culinary experience while managing budgets and a team. This role offers career growth within a large, supportive employer.

The successful candidate will drive food quality, maintain hygiene standards, and contribute to a positive dining experience for patients and staff. A competitive salary and comprehensive benefits accompany the role.

Qualifications

• Experience as Head Chef in a healthcare or similar setting.
• Proven leadership and team-building skills.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities.
• Passion for delivering high-quality food and service.
• Ability to make customer-focused decisions.
• Punctuality and reliability in shift patterns.
• Ability to perform well under pressure and maintain safety.
• Strong commitment to food hygiene and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Prepare high-quality meals that delight clients and customers.
• Identify opportunities to enhance the food service offering.
• Lead and support kitchen team in a positive environment.
• Deliver innovative food concepts to customers.
• Represent Compass Group UK&I and uphold brand image.
• Manage food orders, stock control and waste reduction.
• Oversee cleaning and hygiene to meet standards.
• Control budgets and meet financial targets.
• Ensure compliance with Food Handling, Hygiene and Safety regulations.

Skills

Head Chef experience

Leadership

Communication

Food safety

Decision making

Timekeeping

Working under pressure

Safety mindset

Job description

Head Chef – The Park Hospital

Location: Nottingham
Contract: Full-time, 40 hours per week

Salary: £36000 per annum
Shift Pattern: 5 out of 7 days

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

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:

• 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
• 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!