Menu Innovator & Kitchen Leader (35h/week)
ESS – Defence, Energy and Government Services
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Job summary
ESS – Defence, Energy and Government Services is seeking a Chef to join our Defence catering team on a full-time basis (35 hours per week). You will prepare delicious, high-quality food, supervise a kitchen, and help develop menus while upholding rigorous hygiene standards.
We offer opportunities for progression within a company that rewards initiative and values individuality. The role requires a City & Guilds 706/1 & 2 or NVQ equivalent and a flexible, hands-on approach to shift patterns,
Qualifications
- City & Guilds 706/1 & 2 or NVQ equivalent.
- Experience supervising a team.
- Experience in a similar Chef role.
- Food Hygiene certificate.
- Flexible approach to working.
Responsibilities
- Prepare high-quality food items for Defence clients and customers.
- Oversee and implement menu changes.
- Identify opportunities to improve food services.
- Act on customer feedback to improve services.
- Assist with creating new menus and concepts.
- Represent Defence and maintain a positive brand image.
- Monitor inventories to keep kitchens stocked.
- Oversee kitchen cleaning to maintain hygiene standards.
- Comply with Food Handling, Hygiene and Health and Safety regulations.
Skills
Education
Job description
ESS – Defence, Energy and Government Services is seeking a Chef to join our Defence catering team on a full-time basis (35 hours per week). You will prepare delicious, high-quality food, supervise a kitchen, and help develop menus while upholding rigorous hygiene standards.
We offer opportunities for progression within a company that rewards initiative and values individuality. The role requires a City & Guilds 706/1 & 2 or NVQ equivalent and a flexible, hands-on approach to shift patterns,
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