In this high-profile role, you'll be the culinary leader of a sophisticated and fast-paced operation spanning:
* 8 micro-markets
* 1 main restaurant
* Hospitality & event catering
* A large-scale food delivery service, maintaining a culture of excellence in HACCP, food safety, COSHH, Natasha's Law, and allergen controls
* Working closely with our front-of-house and operations teams to deliver a seamless customer journey
* Playing a key role in driving sustainability initiatives and waste reduction
* Managing kitchen budgets, purchasing, stock, and GP with full P&L accountability
* Elevating every touchpoint—from a grab-and-go salad to VIP hospitality
Proven experience as a Head Chef or Senior Sous in contract catering, hotel, or high-volume hospitality is required. The ideal candidate will possess culinary excellence paired with strong commercial acumen, leadership qualities that motivate and inspire teams, and the ability to thrive in a structured, branded environment with a passion for people development. Knowledge of kitchen financials—stock, labour, wastage, cost control, and GP—is essential. High standards of cleanliness, compliance, and food presentation are expected.
Desirable qualifications include NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in Professional Cookery and experience with event catering or hospitality in a B&I setting.
We are recruiting a talented, driven, and forward-thinking Head Chef to lead at our landmark Jaguar Land Rover site in Solihull, a flagship catering contract operated by Eurest, part of Compass Group UK&I.
We offer more than just a job—we provide a career path, professional support, and outstanding benefits, including:
* Free meal on shift
* Access to shopping discounts & perks at work
* Mental health and Employee Assistance Programmes
* Access to financial wellbeing tools & advice
* Free annual health check & Medicash discount plan
* Recognition schemes & long service awards
* Ongoing learning & development with industry-leading training
* Clear opportunities for progression within Compass Group UK&I
Join a business powered by people. At Eurest, we believe in bringing your whole self to work. We celebrate individuality, champion inclusion, and empower every colleague to grow their career. This is your opportunity to lead food excellence at JLR Solihull—and shape the future of workplace dining.
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