Kitchen Leader - Prestigious Educational Institution (Hiring Immediately)

JR United Kingdom; Scotland; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious educational institution in Somerset is seeking a Kitchen Leader to oversee food preparation and service. The ideal candidate will have a passion for food, experience in a chef role, and strong customer service skills. This role offers a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for career development.

Benefits

Free meals

Onsite free car parking

Contributory pension scheme

Career development programmes

Digital GP and healthcare benefits

Travel discounts

Food shopping discounts

Cinema ticket discounts

Cash rewards on spending

Wellness and mindfulness classes

Family discounts

Qualifications

• Experience supervising a team in a chef role.
• Passionate about great-tasting food and customer service.

Responsibilities

• Preparing high-quality food to delight clients and customers.
• Implementing menu changes and improving food services.
• Ensuring compliance with food safety regulations.

Skills

Customer Service

Team Supervision

Food Safety Compliance

Education

City & Guilds 706/1 & 2

NVQ equivalent

Tools

Food Hygiene Certificate

Job description

Kitchen Leader - Prestigious Educational Institution (Hiring Immediately), Somerset

Client: Compass Group

Location: Somerset, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views: 3

Posted: 16.05.2025

Expiry Date: 30.06.2025

Job Description:

We ensure you're rewarded for all your hard work, which is why we offer a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Free meals
• Onsite free car parking
• Contributory pension scheme
• Career development programmes
• Digital GP and healthcare benefits
• Travel discounts
• Food shopping discounts
• Cinema ticket discounts
• Cash rewards on spending
• Wellness and mindfulness classes
• Family discounts
• Working 5 days out of 7

Key Responsibilities:

• Preparing high-quality food to delight clients and customers
• Implementing menu changes and improving food services
• Acting on customer feedback
• Supporting menu creation and food concepts
• Representing Chartwells and maintaining brand image
• Monitoring inventory and kitchen hygiene
• Ensuring compliance with food safety regulations

Ideal Candidate:

• Passionate about great-tasting food and customer service
• Hold a City & Guilds 706/1 & 2 or NVQ equivalent
• Experience supervising a team
• Experience in a similar chef role
• Food Hygiene certificate
• Flexible approach to work

About Us:

As part of Compass, you'll help feed people, fuel progress, and forge connections across thousands of venues. Join us for a rewarding career with industry-leading pay, perks, and development opportunities. We are committed to a diverse and inclusive environment where everyone can thrive.