Senior Culinary Specialist

1 week ago


Cirencester, United Kingdom Compass UK & Ireland Full time

Job Summary

We are looking for an ambitious Chef to join our team in the Defence sector. This is an exciting opportunity to work on a part-time basis, contracted to 20 hours per week, and contribute to creating exceptional food experiences.

About the Role

In this role, you will be responsible for preparing and serving high-quality food that meets our clients' expectations. You will also oversee menu changes, identify opportunities to improve our food services, and listen to customer feedback to consistently enhance our offerings.

Your Key Responsibilities

  1. Food Preparation and Service: Prepare delicious, high-quality food that delights our clients and customers
  2. Menu Management: Implement menu changes and improve our food services
  3. Customer Feedback: Listen to customer feedback and act on it to enhance our offerings
  4. Team Support: Support with the creation of new menus and creative food concepts
  5. Brand Representation: Represent our company and maintain a positive brand image
  6. Kitchen Operations: Monitor inventories, oversee kitchen cleaning responsibilities, and comply with Food Handling, Hygiene, and Health and Safety regulations

Requirements

To be successful in this role, you should have:

  • A passion for great-tasting food and exceptional customer service
  • A City & Guilds 706/1 & 2 or NVQ equivalent qualification
  • Experience supervising a team
  • Experience in a similar Chef role
  • A flexible approach to working

Salary and Benefits

This part-time role offers a competitive salary of around £25,000 - £35,000 per annum, depending on experience. You will also have access to ongoing training and development opportunities.

About Us

We are Compass UK & Ireland, a leading provider of food and support services to the Defence sector. We pride ourselves on delivering exceptional customer service and creating a culture that values diversity, equality, and inclusion.


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