Culinary Experience Leader

17 hours ago


Southampton, Southampton, United Kingdom Compass Group UK Full time

We're currently recruiting an ambitious Culinary Experience Leader to help us create exceptional food experiences for Defence on a full-time basis contracted to 40 hours per week.

You will be responsible for preparing and serving the kind of food that truly brightens our clients' and customers' days, all within the market-leading food service company in the UK.

You'll have every opportunity to progress within a company that invests in its people, celebrates individuality, and rewards and recognizes employees who go beyond the plate.

Our ideal candidate will be passionate about great-tasting food and exceptional customer service.

We estimate that this role comes with a salary of around £25,000-£35,000 per annum, depending on experience.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Preparing delicious, high-quality food that delights our clients and customers
  • Overseeing and implementing menu changes
  • Identifying opportunities to improve our food services
  • Listening and acting on customer feedback to consistently improve our food services
  • Supporting with the creation of new menus and creative food concepts
  • Representing Defence and maintaining a positive brand image
  • Monitoring inventories to keep our kitchens well-stocked
  • Overseeing kitchen cleaning responsibilities to maintain hygiene standards
  • Complying with Food Handling, Hygiene and Health and Safety regulations

Requirements:

  • Possession of City & Guilds 706/1 & 2 or NVQ equivalent
  • Experience supervising a team
  • Experience in a similar Chef role
  • Holding a Food Hygiene certificate
  • Flexible approach to working

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