We are currently recruiting an ambitious Head Chef to help us create exceptional food experiences for CH&CO on a full-time basis, contracted to 40 hours per week. As a Head Chef, you will be responsible for creating an outstanding culinary experience. In return, you will have the chance to progress your career with a company that invests in its people, celebrates individuality, and rewards employees who go beyond the plate. Could you bring your spark to CH&CO?
Working with us has its perks! We’ve developed a range of benefits and development opportunities:
* Great operational training and development
* Life assurance scheme
* Personal Development and Training opportunities - We are passionate about our growing team
* A great wellbeing strategy - including access to our Employee Assistance Programme
* Regular social events and communication with our leaders
* A holiday purchase scheme
* Access to high street discount vouchers
* Onsite free car parking
Shift patterns typically include 5 out of 7 days.
Your key responsibilities will include:
* Preparing delicious, high-quality food that delights our clients and customers
* Identifying opportunities to improve our food service
* Creating a positive kitchen environment where your team feels welcomed and supported
* Delivering our tasty food concepts to our customers
* Representing Compass Group UK&I and maintaining a positive brand image
* Ordering food, managing stock control, and controlling food waste
* Overseeing kitchen cleaning responsibilities to maintain hygiene standards
* Managing budgets and meeting financial targets
* Complying with Food Handling & Hygiene standards
* Complying with Health & Safety regulations
Qualifications and experience required:
* Hold a City & Guilds 706/1 & 2 or NVQ equivalent
* Create a positive work environment where the whole team can thrive
* Be a brilliant communicator and build relationships easily
* Have experience in a similar Head Chef role
* Strive for excellence enthusiastically and motivated
* Take initiative and make customer-oriented decisions
* Desire to succeed in your role
* Ability to work under pressure
* Exceptional timekeeping and reliability
* Safety-first mindset
* Passionate about food
CH&CO, part of Compass Group UK&I, is committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone can be themselves and has equal opportunities to advance. We celebrate diversity and aim to build a culture that respects and values the talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and abilities of all team members. We want our colleagues to feel valued, empowered, and to thrive—because diversity is our strength!
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