We're currently recruiting an ambitious Chef to help us create exceptional food experiences for Defence on a part-time basis contracted to 16 hours per week. As a Chef, you will be responsible for preparing and serving food that brightens our clients' and customers' days, within the market-leading food service company in the UK. You'll have opportunities to progress within a company that invests in its people, celebrates individuality, and rewards employees who go beyond the plate.
Here's an idea of what your shift pattern will be:
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* Sat: Evenings
* Sun: Evenings
Please note: This role is contracted to 50.2 weeks per year.
Could you bring your passion and culinary skill to Defence? Here's what you need to know before applying:
Your key responsibilities will include:
* 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 improve our food services
* Supporting the creation of new menus and food concepts
* Representing Defence and maintaining a positive brand image
* Monitoring inventories to keep kitchens well-stocked
* Overseeing kitchen cleaning responsibilities to maintain hygiene standards
* Complying with Food Handling, Hygiene, and Safety regulations
Our ideal Chef will:
* Be passionate about great-tasting food and 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
* Be flexible in working hours
Part of Compass Group UK&I, ESS supports UK military establishments, police, secure environments, government sites, and energy sector facilities. We value passionate individuals who deliver excellent customer service at all levels.
Job Reference: com/1404/95982001/52691751/R/BU #Defence
Compass Group UK&I is committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone can be themselves and has equal opportunities to advance. We celebrate the diverse talents, backgrounds, and abilities of our team members, aiming for everyone to feel valued, empowered, and to thrive—because diversity is our strength!
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