Head Chef

Compass Group; Wellingborough; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the catering industry is seeking a talented Head Chef to join their team in Wellingborough. The ideal candidate will bring culinary expertise and team management skills to deliver outstanding food experiences. This role emphasizes sustainability and innovation, offering a positive work environment and career development opportunities.

Benefits

Contributory pension scheme

Career development programs

Access to healthcare benefits, including a Digital GP

Travel discounts

Food shopping discounts

Up to 44% off cinema tickets

Cash rewards for spending

Free wellness, mindfulness, and exercise classes

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a similar contract catering role.
• Ability to motivate and manage a team.
• Understanding of profit margins and food costing.

Responsibilities

• Plan and oversee the preparation and cooking of food.
• Drive sales through menu planning and promotions.
• Maintain hygiene, food safety, and compliance standards.

Skills

Culinary skills

Team management

Communication skills

Leadership

Budgeting

Food safety knowledge

Job description

Head Chef

We are seeking a talented and enthusiastic Head Chef for our dedicated catering team, producing outstanding food using the finest and freshest ingredients in this prestigious contract.

We connect workplaces to mindful, flavourful & planet-positive catering

At Eurest, we are experts in workplace catering, operating in over 700 workspaces daily. We believe that fueling employees throughout the day can enhance their focus, nourish their bodies and minds, and motivate them to perform at their best. Our food experiences are driven by our commitment to sustainability, aiming for net zero by 2030.

If you are an innovative and creative Chef, passionate about using top-quality fresh ingredients, and seeking a role that offers work-life balance and career development, we want to hear from you!

About the role

1. Plan, organize, innovate, and oversee the preparation and cooking of food to maintain our reputation for quality.
2. Support our and our clients' sustainability goals to achieve net zero by 2030.
3. Create a positive kitchen environment where your team feels welcomed, supported, and developed.
4. Focus on service execution and delivery excellence.
5. Drive sales through menu planning and promotions.
6. Ensure high standards of cleanliness, food safety, HS, and COSHH compliance within the kitchen.
7. Monitor food quality and costs to stay within budget.
8. Maintain excellence in food and customer service standards.

About You

1. Previous experience in a similar contract catering role, including hospitality and events.
2. Ability to motivate and manage a team to deliver consistent standards.
3. Excellent culinary and presentation skills.
4. Passionate about hospitality, with strong communication and interpersonal skills.
5. Leadership qualities with a focus on developing people.
6. Understanding of profit margins, purchasing policies, budgeting, and food costing.
7. Experience with stock and waste control.
8. Knowledge of food management systems, HACCP, Food Safety, Health and Safety, Natasha's Law, Allergens, and Manual Handling.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Contributory pension scheme
• Career development programs
• Access to healthcare benefits, including a Digital GP
• Travel discounts with TUI, Expedia, Booking.com, and others
• Food shopping discounts at Tesco, Sainsbury's, Morrisons, and more
• Up to 44% off cinema tickets
• Cash rewards for spending and using our benefits
• Free wellness, mindfulness, and exercise classes

About Us

We connect workplaces to mindful, flavourful & planet-positive catering. Operating in over 700 workspaces daily, we aim to nourish employees and motivate peak performance while working towards net zero by 2030.

We are passionate about what we do and committed to attracting the best talent. Join us and discover what makes Eurest an exciting place to work.

Job Reference: com/2705/99039001/52628710/SU #Eurest

Compass Group UK&I is committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive and have equal opportunities for career growth. We celebrate diversity and aim to make all colleagues feel valued and empowered.