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Head Chef – Join Our Team at BAM Finstown, Orkney! ️
Head Chef – Join Our Team at BAM Finstown, Orkney! ️
Location: BAM Finstown, Orkney
Department: ESS
Reporting to: Camp Boss
Are you an experienced Head Chef with a passion for delivering high-quality food and leading a dynamic kitchen team? If so, we want to hear from you!
At ESS, we pride ourselves on providing outstanding catering services. As Head Chef, you will be responsible for overseeing kitchen operations, ensuring the efficient and effective management of the catering unit, and delivering exceptional meals to our clients. You will also step up as Camp Boss when required, providing a fantastic opportunity to expand your leadership experience.
What You’ll Be Doing
️ Leading the kitchen team, ensuring high standards of food quality and service
️ Managing stock, labour, and resources efficiently to maximise cost-effectiveness
️ Overseeing menu planning, ensuring variety, innovation, and compliance with dietary needs
️ Maintaining and promoting Health & Safety and Food Safety standards
️ Conducting regular team meetings and ensuring staff are well-trained and motivated
️ Ordering and managing stock to minimise waste and control costs
️ Ensuring food presentation, portion sizes, and allergen information are correctly managed
️ Handling administrative duties including staff scheduling and compliance paperwork
️ Mentoring and training apprentice chefs and junior team members
What We’re Looking For
Proven experience as a Head Chef in a high-volume catering environment
Strong leadership and team management skills
NVQ Level 3 or City & Guilds 706/1,2,3 (or equivalent)
Level 3 Food Hygiene Certificate
IT literacy and knowledge of stock management systems
Passion for food and a commitment to delivering high-quality meals
Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work under pressure
A proactive, can-do attitude with a keen eye for detail
What We Offer
Competitive salary and benefits
Work-life balance with structured shifts
A supportive and professional working environment
Career progression opportunities within ESS and Compass Group
Uniform and PPE provided
Ongoing training and development opportunities
If you’re a dedicated Head Chef looking for an exciting new challenge, apply today!
Seniority level
* Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Employment type
Full-time
Job function
* Job function
Management and Manufacturing
* Industries
Food and Beverage Services
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