Culinary Lead for Defence Food Services

5 days ago


Stanton, United Kingdom ESS Full time
Defence Food Services Culinary Lead Opportunity

We are seeking a talented and experienced Culinary Lead to join our team at ESS, part of Compass Group UK&I. This is an exciting opportunity to lead our food services in the Defence sector.

About the Role

This role will see you leading a team of chefs in preparing and serving high-quality food to Defence personnel on a full-time basis. You will be responsible for overseeing menu planning, inventory management, and kitchen operations to ensure exceptional customer service and satisfaction.

As a key member of our team, you will work closely with our clients to understand their needs and preferences, ensuring that our food services meet the highest standards.

Key Responsibilities
  1. Menu Planning and Development: Oversee the planning, preparation, and presentation of menus, including seasonal specials and themed events.
  2. Team Leadership: Lead a team of chefs in the preparation and serving of food, ensuring excellent teamwork and communication.
  3. Inventory Management: Manage inventory levels, ordering supplies, and maintaining stockrooms to optimize efficiency and minimize waste.
  4. Customer Service: Deliver exceptional customer service, responding to feedback, and implementing improvements to enhance customer satisfaction.
  5. Kitchen Operations: Maintain clean and hygienic kitchen environments, adhering to Health and Safety regulations and best practices.
Requirements and Qualifications

To be successful in this role, you will need:

  1. Experience: Proven experience as a chef or culinary leader in a similar environment.
  2. Qualifications: Hold a City & Guilds 706/1 & 2 or NVQ equivalent in food preparation and cooking.
  3. Leadership Skills: Excellent leadership and communication skills, with the ability to motivate and inspire your team.
Benefits

We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, including opportunities for career development and progression within our company.

Please note that this is an estimated salary range: £40,000 - £60,000 per annum, depending on experience.

This salary estimate takes into account the title, job description, and location, ensuring that it is fair and competitive within the industry.



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