Executive Chef

4 days ago


Oakham, Rutland, United Kingdom Compass Group UK & Ireland Full time

We are seeking an ambitious Executive Chef to join our team in delivering exceptional food experiences for Defence on a full-time basis, contracted to 37.5 hours per week.

Company Overview

As a market-leading food service company in the UK, we offer support and development opportunities to progress within our organization that invests in its people, celebrates individuality, and rewards employees who go beyond the plate.

About the Role

The successful candidate will be working in a passionate and hard-working team to create an outstanding culinary experience for our customers. Key responsibilities include:

  • Preparing delicious, high-quality food that delights our clients and customers
  • Being an enthusiastic team player and excellent communicator
  • Representing Defence and maintaining a positive brand image
  • Complying with Food Handling & Hygiene standards
  • Complying with Health & Safety regulations

The ideal candidate will have a passion for delivering excellent customer service, possess brilliant communication skills, strive for excellence, and demonstrate exceptional timekeeping and reliability.

Required Skills and Qualifications

Apart from having a desire to succeed in your role, you will also need to possess a safety-first mindset, have a safety-first mind set, be able to work under pressure, and pass a thorough background check.

Benefits

We offer a competitive salary of £38,000-£45,000 per annum, which includes a range of benefits including career progression opportunities, training and development, a comprehensive employee assistance programme, access to a wide range of health and wellbeing initiatives, and annual leave entitlement.

About Us

We are part of Compass Group UK & Ireland, supporting 250+ UK military establishments, high-profile police, secure environments and government sites, along with a range of onshore and offshore facilities including platforms, drilling rigs, floatels and offices for the energy sector. Our culture is built around diversity, respect, and inclusivity, where every individual can truly be themselves at work and has equal opportunities to advance in their careers.


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