Part-Time Chef: Create Epic Menus & Delight Guests

ESS – Defence, Energy and Government Services

Wareham

On-site

GBP 19,000 - 24,000

Part time

5 days ago

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Job summary

ESS – Defence, Energy and Government Services in the Defence sector is recruiting a Chef on a part-time basis (30 hours per week), contracted to 50.2 weeks per year. You will prepare and serve high-quality food, oversee menu changes, and help drive improvements while representing Defence and the Compass Group UK&I.

The role requires City & Guilds 706/1 & 2 or NVQ equivalent, a Food Hygiene certificate, and experience supervising a team.

Qualifications

Be passionate about great-tasting food and exceptional customer service.
Hold a City & Guilds 706/1 & 2 or NVQ equivalent.
Have experience supervising a team.
Have experience in a similar Chef role.
Hold a Food Hygiene certificate.
Have a flexible approach to working.

Responsibilities

Preparing delicious, high-quality food that delights our clients and customers.
Overseeing and implementing menu changes.
Identifying opportunities to improve our food services.
Listening and acting on customer feedback to consistently improve our food services.
Supporting with the creation of new menus and creative food concepts.
Representing Defence and maintaining a positive brand image.
Monitoring inventories to keep our kitchens well-stocked.
Overseeing kitchen cleaning responsibilities to maintain hygiene standards.
Complying with Food Handling, Hygiene and Health and Safety regulations.