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Executive chef

Burgess Hill
Permanent
Compass
Executive chef
£60,000 a year
Posted: 10h ago
Offer description

We ensure you're rewarded for all your hard work, which is why we offer a comprehensive benefits package which includes but is not limited to:

Contributory pension scheme

Grow your career with our Career Pathways and MyLearning programmes

Quick access for you and your immediate family to a Digital GP, and wider healthcare benefits

Exclusive travel discounts with TUI, Expedia, (url removed) and many more

Save money on your food shop with discounts on Tesco, Sainsbury's, Morrisons and many more

Up to 44% off cinema tickets to enjoy your favourite blockbuster

Receive cash rewards every time you spend and use them on a wide range of brands

Un-wind with us with free wellness, mindfulness and exercise classes

You can share all discounts and offers with your friends and families

Are you a dynamic and innovative culinary leader ready to take charge of a large and complex food service operations? We’re looking for an Executive Chef to lead our culinary vision, drive exceptional food quality, and inspire a high‑performing a kitchen team.This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced and passionate Executive Chef who thrives in a fast‑paced, multi‑outlet environment and is committed to delivering excellence.About the RoleAs our Executive Chef, you will take overall ownership of food production across several outlets. Your influence will shape menu innovation, operational performance, client satisfaction, and the professional growth of your team.You’ll ensure the consistent delivery of high‑quality dishes, lead VIP and exclusive functions, and raise the bar in health, safety, and operational excellence.Key ResponsibilitiesCustomer & Client SatisfactionDevelop, innovate, and approve menus

Oversee VIP events and exclusive functions

Ensure food quality standards are achieved consistently across all operations

Operational ExcellenceLead a strong health & safety culture across all kitchens

Achieve food production, labour, and GP targets

Drive continuous improvement as part of the contract leadership team

Recruit, train, and develop the culinary team, ensuring strong succession planning

Support apprenticeship programmes

Oversee food purchasing, stock control, and cost management

Perform additional duties as reasonably requested

Health & SafetyChampion and maintain high health‑and‑safety standards at all times

About YouEssentialExpert culinary skills

Proven experience in a Head Chef or Executive Chef role

Strong, influential leadership skills with the ability to inspire and motivate

Solid business management capability within a kitchen environment

DesirableNVQ Level 3 in Professional Cookery or equivalent

Level 3 / Intermediate Food Hygiene qualification

Additional RequirementsUniform and PPE provided

Completion of One Compass Welcome Induction and on‑site training required

Why Join Us?You’ll be joining a forward‑thinking team where quality, innovation, and excellence are at the heart of everything we do. You’ll have the autonomy to shape culinary direction, develop your team, and make a meaningful impact across a major contract

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