Head Chef

Compass Group; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in hospitality is seeking an ambitious Head Chef to create exceptional food experiences. The role involves managing kitchen operations, ensuring high standards, and fostering a positive team environment. Ideal candidates are passionate about food and possess relevant qualifications.

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar Head Chef role.
• Hold a City & Guilds 706/1 & 2 or NVQ equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Preparing high-quality food that delights clients.
• Managing stock control and food waste.
• Overseeing kitchen hygiene standards.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Initiative

Time Management

Customer Focus

Education

City & Guilds 706/1 & 2

NVQ equivalent

Job description

We're currently recruiting an ambitious Head Chef to help us create exceptional food experiences for Restaurant Associates on a full-time basis, contracted to 40 hours per week.

As a Head Chef, you will be responsible for creating an outstanding culinary experience. In return, you will have the chance to progress your career with a company that invests in its people, celebrates individuality, and rewards and recognises employees who go beyond the plate.

Could you bring your spark to Restaurant Associates? Here's what you need to know before applying for a Head Chef position with Compass Group UK&I.

Shift Pattern

• Mon: Full-time (Days)
• Tues: Full-time (Days)
• Weds: Full-time (Days)
• Thurs: Full-time (Days)
• Fri: Full-time (Days)

Key Responsibilities

• 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, managing stock control, and controlling food waste
• Overseeing kitchen cleaning responsibilities to maintain hygiene standards
• Managing budgets and meeting financial targets
• Complying with Food Handling & Hygiene standards and Health & Safety regulations

Ideal Candidate

• Hold a City & Guilds 706/1 & 2 or NVQ equivalent
• 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 enthusiastically and with motivation
• Take initiative and make customer-focused decisions
• Have a desire to succeed and the ability to work under pressure
• Demonstrate exceptional timekeeping and reliability
• Possess a safety-first mindset
• Be passionate about food

Restaurant Associates provides brilliant hospitality through our food, drink, and services. We collaborate with partners and clients to achieve great results, delivering employee dining and hospitality in some of the UK's leading workplaces and iconic destinations.

Job Reference: com/1205/96460001/52632026/BU #RA Group

Compass Group UK&I is committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone can be themselves and has equal opportunities for career advancement. We celebrate diversity and aim to ensure all team members feel valued, empowered, and able to thrive.