Head Chef

Compass Group UK; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Head Chef at Longmoor Training Camp, where you will have the opportunity to showcase your culinary skills and lead a dynamic kitchen team. This role is perfect for a passionate individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is dedicated to delivering exceptional food service. You will be responsible for not only preparing delicious meals but also creating a positive work atmosphere and managing kitchen operations efficiently. With a focus on customer satisfaction and team success, this position offers a chance to grow within a supportive and inclusive environment. If you are ready to take your culinary career to the next level, we want to hear from you!

Benefits

Exclusive travel discounts

Discounts on groceries

Access to Digital GP

Cinema ticket discounts

Cash rewards on spending

Free wellness classes

Contributory pension scheme

Career development programs

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar Head Chef role is essential.
• Strong leadership skills to create a positive work environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare high-quality food that delights clients and customers.
• Manage budgets and achieve financial targets effectively.

Skills

Team Leadership

Communication Skills

Time Management

Customer Service

Food Safety Compliance

Education

Culinary Degree or Equivalent Experience

Job description

Head Chef - Longmoor Training Camp, GU33 6EL

Salary: £15.74 Per Hour

Hours: 40 hours per week

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 feels 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 achieving financial targets
• Complying with Food Handling & Hygiene standards
• Adhering to Health & Safety regulations

Ideal Candidate:

• Creates a positive work environment where the team can thrive
• Excellent communicator and relationship builder
• Experience in a similar Head Chef role
• Enthusiastic and motivated to strive for excellence
• Proactive decision-maker focused on customer satisfaction
• Driven to succeed and capable of working under pressure
• Reliable with excellent timekeeping
• Safety-conscious mindset
• Passionate about food

Benefits:

• Exclusive travel discounts with TUI, Expedia, Booking.com, and more
• Discounts on groceries at Tesco, Sainsbury's, Morrisons, etc.
• Access to a Digital GP and wider healthcare benefits
• Up to 44% off cinema tickets
• Regular discount and savings emails
• Cash rewards on spending
• Free wellness, mindfulness, and exercise classes
• Share discounts with friends and family
• Contributory pension scheme
• Career development through Career Pathways and MyLearning programs

About Us

Part of Compass Group UK&I, ESS supports UK military establishments, police, secure environments, government sites, and energy sector facilities. We value passionate individuals committed to delivering excellent customer service at all levels.

We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone can be themselves and have equal opportunities to advance. We celebrate diversity and are committed to respecting and empowering our team members to reach their full potential.