Chef and Menu Innovator

3 weeks ago


Durham, Durham, United Kingdom Compass Group UK & Ireland Full time
Chef and Menu Innovator

We are seeking a highly skilled Chef and Menu Innovator to join our team at Compass Group UK & Ireland. As a key member of our culinary team, you will be responsible for creating innovative and delicious menus that delight our clients and customers.

This role involves preparing and serving high-quality food, overseeing menu changes, and identifying opportunities to improve our food services. You will also be responsible for listening and acting on customer feedback to consistently enhance our offerings.

We strive to build a culture that respects and celebrates individuality, empowering every team member to reach their full potential. As a Chef and Menu Innovator, you will represent Chartwells and maintain a positive brand image, ensuring we consistently meet the highest standards of food quality and safety.

Our ideal candidate will have a passion for great-tasting food and exceptional customer service, holding a City & Guilds 706/1 & 2 or NVQ equivalent qualification. Previous experience in a similar Chef role and a flexible approach to working are also essential.

Estimated Salary: £26,000 - £31,000 per annum (dependent on location and experience)

Responsibilities:
  • Preparing and serving high-quality food
  • 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 Chartwells and maintaining a positive brand image
  • Monitoring inventories to keep our kitchens well-stocked
  • Overseeing kitchen cleaning responsibilities to maintain hygiene standards


Required Skills and Qualifications:
  • Passion for great-tasting food and exceptional customer service
  • City & Guilds 706/1 & 2 or NVQ equivalent qualification
  • Previous experience supervising a team
  • Experience in a similar Chef role
  • Flexible approach to working


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