Executive Chef - Maritime Heritage Experience (Hiring Immediately), Slough
Client: Compass Group
Location: Slough, United Kingdom
Job Category: Other
EU work permit required: Yes
Job Views: 3
Posted: 14.05.2025
Expiry Date: 28.06.2025
Job Description:
Head Chef - HMS Belfast
Working Days: 5 out of 7 days
Are you ready to take your culinary career to the next level? At RA Venues, we’re passionate about creating unforgettable dining experiences at some of the UK’s most iconic cultural and heritage destinations. We’re looking for a talented, enthusiastic, and innovative Head Chef to lead our dedicated catering team aboard the historic HMS Belfast!
What We Offer:
* Contributory pension scheme
* Career growth through our Career Pathways and MyLearning programmes
* Quick access to a Digital GP for you and your family, along with extensive healthcare benefits
* Exclusive travel discounts with TUI, Expedia, Booking.com, and more
* Grocery discounts at Tesco, Sainsbury's, Morrisons, and more
* Up to 44% off cinema tickets
* Wow Points for every pound spent, redeemable on a wide range of brands
* Free wellness, mindfulness, and exercise classes
* Shareable discounts for friends and family
Your Role:
As our Head Chef, you’ll be a culinary ambassador for RA Venues, driving innovation and excellence in food quality, presentation, and style. You’ll work closely with our catering team to ensure every dish is a masterpiece while maintaining our reputation for outstanding service.
Key Responsibilities:
* Plan, organise, and direct food preparation and cooking to enhance our quality reputation.
* Take a hands-on approach to food production, covering employee dining and pop-up events.
* Lead a passionate team, fostering a culture of creativity and excellence.
* Ensure compliance with food safety, Health & Safety, and COSHH regulations.
* Monitor kitchen costs and implement budgetary controls.
Who You Are:
Our ideal Head Chef will have:
* Proven experience in a Head Chef role, managing large-scale catering while maintaining a personal touch.
* A big personality with exceptional leadership and people skills.
* A genuine passion for food and customer service, with a keen eye for current food trends.
* Strong culinary skills, financial understanding, and outstanding organisational abilities.
* A “Can do” attitude, ready to inspire and innovate.
About Us
Part of Compass Group UK&I, Restaurant Associates provides excellent hospitality through our food, drink, and services. We collaborate with our partners and clients to achieve great things together. Every day, our passionate hospitality professionals strive for excellence in delivering employee dining and hospitality to some of the UK's leading workplaces and iconic cultural destinations.
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Compass Group UK&I is committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone can be themselves and have equal opportunities to advance their careers. We celebrate the diverse talents, backgrounds, and abilities of all our team members, ensuring they feel valued, empowered, and able to thrive—because diversity is our strength!
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