Executive Culinary Specialist

1 month ago


Peterborough, Peterborough, United Kingdom Compass Group UK & Ireland Full time

We're currently seeking an ambitious Executive Culinary Specialist to help us create exceptional food experiences for our clients and customers on a part-time basis, contracted to 14 hours per week. As an Executive Culinary Specialist, you will be responsible for preparing and serving high-quality food that delights our clients and customers, all within the market-leading food service company in the UK.

About Us

Compass Group UK & Ireland is committed to fostering an environment where every individual can truly be themselves at work and has equal opportunities to advance in their careers. We strive to build a culture that respects and celebrates the unique talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and abilities of all our team members.

Your Key Responsibilities:

  • Preparing delicious, high-quality food that meets the expectations of our clients and customers.
  • Overseeing and implementing menu changes to ensure consistency and quality.
  • Identifying opportunities to improve our food services and suggesting innovative solutions.
  • Listening and acting on customer feedback to consistently improve our food services.
  • Supporting with the creation of new menus and creative food concepts to enhance our offerings.
  • Representing Compass Group UK & Ireland and maintaining a positive brand image.
  • Monitoring inventories to keep our kitchens well-stocked and efficient.
  • Overseeing kitchen cleaning responsibilities to maintain hygiene standards.
  • Complying with Food Handling, Hygiene, and Health and Safety regulations.

Our Ideal Executive Culinary Specialist Will:

  • Be passionate about great-tasting food and exceptional customer service.
  • Hold a City & Guilds 706/1 & 2 or NVQ equivalent qualification.
  • Have experience supervising a team and managing kitchen operations.
  • Have experience in a similar culinary role and possess excellent leadership skills.
  • Hold a Food Hygiene certificate and maintain a strong understanding of industry regulations.
  • Have a flexible approach to working and be willing to adapt to changing priorities.

About the Role

This part-time opportunity offers the chance to join a dynamic team and contribute to the success of our business. As an Executive Culinary Specialist, you will have the opportunity to work with a talented team, develop your skills, and grow your career with one of the UK's biggest businesses.

The estimated salary for this role is around £25,000-£30,000 per annum, depending on experience. Benefits include competitive pay, great perks, and unrivalled opportunities for learning and development.



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