Head Chef - Weekday Kitchen Lead for Breakfast & Lunch

Compass Group UK; Bridgend; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Contributory pension scheme

Digital GP

Exclusive travel discounts

Tesco/Sainsbury's/Morrisons discounts

Cinema discounts up to 44%

Cashback rewards

Job summary

Compass Group UK at South Wales Police seeks an experienced Head Chef to lead the on-site kitchen for a busy training environment, delivering breakfast and lunch with occasional hospitality.

Working Monday to Friday, 7:00am–3:30pm, you’ll mobilise a new contract and own menus, stock, and food costs while maintaining high standards of safety and quality. Strong independent work and organisation are essential.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Head Chef, Sous Chef, or Senior Chef.
• Strong culinary skills and a passion for fresh food.
• Experience managing kitchen administration, stock, and budgets.
• Ability to work independently and manage a kitchen operation.
• Excellent organisation and time-management skills.

Responsibilities

• Preparing and serving a fresh breakfast and lunch offer.
• Delivering hospitality and event catering as required.
• Managing menus, ordering, stock control, and food costs.
• Maintaining high standards of food quality and presentation.
• Ensuring compliance with Food Safety and Health & Safety requirements.
• Building strong relationships with customers and the client.

Skills

Head Chef experience

Culinary skills

Kitchen management

Budgeting

Time management

Job description

Compass Group UK at South Wales Police seeks an experienced Head Chef to lead the on-site kitchen for a busy training environment, delivering breakfast and lunch with occasional hospitality.

Working Monday to Friday, 7:00am–3:30pm, you’ll mobilise a new contract and own menus, stock, and food costs while maintaining high standards of safety and quality. Strong independent work and organisation are essential.