Culinary Expert Wanted for Defence Cuisine

3 days ago


Chatham, Kent, United Kingdom Compass UK & Ireland Full time
About the Role

We are seeking an ambitious Culinary Expert to create exceptional food experiences for Defence on a full-time basis, 35 hours a week.

Key Responsibilities
  • Delivering High-Quality Cuisine: Prepare delicious, high-quality food that delights our clients and customers.
  • Improving Food Services: Identify opportunities to enhance our food services and implement improvements.
  • Customer Feedback: Listen and act on customer feedback to consistently improve our food services.
  • New Menu Creation: Support with the creation of new menus and innovative food concepts.
  • Brand Representation: Represent Defence and maintain a positive brand image.
  • Inventory Management: Monitor inventories to keep our kitchens well-stocked.
  • Kitchen Hygiene: Oversee kitchen cleaning responsibilities to maintain hygiene standards.
Requirements
  • A valid Food Hygiene certificate is required.
  • A flexible approach to working is essential.
About Us

We celebrate individuality and reward employees who go beyond the plate. Our mission is to build a culture that respects and celebrates diversity, supporting 250+ UK military establishments.

Compensation Package

The estimated annual salary for this role is £35,000 - £45,000 depending on experience.



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