Job Description
Head Chef - Prestigious Corporate Setting Restaurant Associates | Compass Group
Are you a passionate, creative Head Chef with a flair for delivering exceptional hospitality? Join Restaurant Associates, Compass Group's premium hospitality brand, and lead a culinary team serving outstanding fine dining and staff restaurant experiences in a prestigious corporate environment.
Position Overview We are looking for an accomplished and innovative Head Chef to lead our kitchen in a flagship corporate location. This is your opportunity to elevate workplace dining with refined, seasonal menus that blend creativity, quality, and impeccable presentation.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead all kitchen operations, ensuring excellence in food quality, consistency, and service
* Create and deliver exceptional seasonal menus for both fine dining hospitality events and the high-quality staff restaurant
* Inspire, train, and manage a talented team of chefs and kitchen professionals
* Maintain the highest standards of food hygiene and health and safety compliance
* Manage food costs and kitchen budgets effectively to support business targets
* Work closely with front-of-house teams to deliver a seamless guest experience
* Keep menus and offerings fresh and exciting by staying in tune with culinary trends
Qualifications
* Proven experience as a Head Chef or in a senior culinary role, ideally within fine dining or premium corporate hospitality
* Strong leadership and communication skills with a passion for team development
* Excellent culinary skills with a keen eye for detail and presentation
* In-depth knowledge of health and safety and food hygiene regulations
* Confident in managing budgets and controlling food costs effectively
Why Join Restaurant Associates
At Restaurant Associates, we redefine workplace hospitality. As part of the Compass Group, you will benefit from:
* Competitive salary with bonus opportunities
* Medicash healthcare plan supporting your physical and mental wellbeing
* Perks at Work with exclusive discounts and cashback at major retailers
* Complimentary meals on shift
* Access to Compass Group's award-winning Culinary Academy for professional development
* Clear career progression across Compass Group's premium brands
* Pension scheme
* Family-friendly policies and flexible working options
* Recognition and reward schemes to celebrate your achievements
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