Executive Culinary Director

3 weeks ago


Chester, Cheshire, United Kingdom Compass Group UK & Ireland Full time

Roles and Responsibilities:

As a Chef Supervisor at Compass Group UK & Ireland, you will be responsible for leading a team of culinary professionals in creating exceptional food experiences for our clients in the business and industry sector.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead a team of chefs in the preparation and presentation of high-quality food that delights our clients and customers
  • Develop and implement menu changes to meet client needs and preferences
  • Identify opportunities to improve our food services and implement changes to enhance the customer experience
  • Listen to and act on customer feedback to consistently improve our food services
  • Support the creation of new menus and creative food concepts that align with our company values and goals
  • Represent Compass Group UK & Ireland and maintain a positive brand image through exceptional customer service and food quality
  • Monitor inventory levels to ensure our kitchens are well-stocked and maintain the highest standards of hygiene and food safety

Requirements:

  • Possess a passion for great-tasting food and exceptional customer service
  • Hold a City & Guilds 706/1 & 2 or NVQ equivalent
  • Have experience supervising a team and leading culinary operations
  • Have experience in a similar Chef role and hold a Food Hygiene certificate
  • Be flexible and able to adapt to changing circumstances

About Compass Group UK & Ireland:

We pride ourselves on offering a personalised approach to our clients, delivering outstanding service and creating great-tasting menus that feature locally sourced, seasonal, and sustainable ingredients. Our goal is to become a Climate Zero company by 2030, and we're committed to fostering an environment where every individual can thrive and reach their full potential.



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