Head Chef - Birmingham

One Retail; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading catering service in Birmingham is seeking an ambitious Head Chef to create exceptional food experiences in a healthcare setting. The successful candidate will manage kitchen operations, ensuring high-quality food preparation while leading a positive team environment. Ideal applicants will have previous experience as a Head Chef and a passion for culinary excellence. This role offers competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and the opportunity for career growth in a dynamic industry.

Benefits

Contributory pension scheme

Career growth opportunities

Discounts on travel and shopping

Cash rewards and wellness classes

Qualifications

• Proven leadership skills with a positive and proactive approach.
• Strong time-keeping and reliability.
• Initiative and confidence in decision-making.

Responsibilities

• Prepare high-quality food that delights clients.
• Identify opportunities to improve food service.
• Manage budgets effectively and meet financial targets.

Skills

Experience in a similar Head Chef role

Excellent communication skills

Passion for food

Ability to perform well under pressure

Job description

Job Overview

Job Title: Head Chef – Birmingham / Head Chef – CHG Priory Hospital

Location: Edgbaston

Contract: Full‑time, 35 hours per week. Shift Pattern: 5 out of 7 days.

Salary: £15.43 per hour.

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.

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 time‑keeping and reliability.
• Ability to perform well under pressure.
• A safety‑first mindset.

Benefits

• 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.

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.

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!

Job Reference: com / 2410 / 87739001 / 52771222 / SU #Medirest Signature