Culinary Director
3 weeks ago
Culinary Director
">Compass Group UK & Ireland is seeking an exceptional Culinary Director to lead our kitchen team in Marchwood, Southampton. As a key member of our culinary team, you will be responsible for creating delicious and high-quality food that delights our clients and customers.
">About the Role:
">We are looking for a highly skilled and experienced Head Chef who can deliver our tasty food concepts to our customers while maintaining high standards of food safety and hygiene. You will work closely with our kitchen team to prepare meals, manage stock control, and minimize food waste.
">Key Responsibilities:
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Prepare and cook a wide variety of dishes to meet the demands of our clients and customers.
">">Manage and maintain high standards of kitchen cleanliness and hygiene.
">">Lead and motivate the kitchen team to achieve excellent results.
">">Monitor and control food costs to ensure we are operating within budget.
">">Implement and maintain effective inventory management systems.
">">Foster a positive and inclusive work environment that promotes teamwork and collaboration.
">">Contribute to the development and implementation of new menu ideas and recipes.
">">Work closely with our procurement team to source high-quality ingredients at competitive prices.
">">Ensure compliance with all relevant health and safety regulations.
">">Maintain accurate records and reports as required.
">">Take ownership of and responsibility for your work and actions.
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Requirements:
">To be successful in this role, you will need:
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- A City & Guilds 706/1 & 2 or NVQ equivalent in a related field.">
- Proven experience in a similar Head Chef role, preferably in a large-scale commercial kitchen.">
- Excellent leadership and communication skills, with the ability to motivate and inspire a team.">
- A strong understanding of food safety and hygiene principles, including HACCP.">
- The ability to work under pressure and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.">
- A passion for food and a commitment to delivering high-quality dishes to our clients and customers.">
- Exceptional timekeeping and reliability, with a focus on meeting deadlines and achieving targets.">
- A flexible approach to work, with the ability to adapt to changing circumstances.">
- A willingness to learn and develop new skills, with a commitment to ongoing professional development.">
- A safety-first mindset, with a focus on ensuring the health and wellbeing of yourself and others.">
- A commitment to diversity and inclusion, with a focus on promoting equality and respect in the workplace.">
Benefits:
">As a Culinary Director with Compass Group UK & Ireland, you will enjoy a range of benefits, including:
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- A competitive salary of £17.72 per hour.">
- A comprehensive benefits package, including free meals, travel discounts, and cash rewards.">
- Exclusive access to digital GP services, healthcare benefits, and wellness programs.">
- The opportunity to grow your career through our Career Pathways and MyLearning programs.">
- A contributory pension scheme.">
- Share discounts and offers with friends and family.">
About Us:
">Compass Group UK & Ireland is part of the Compass Group, a leading global catering company. We support over 250 UK military establishments, government sites, and energy facilities, providing food and support services to our clients and customers.
">We value diversity and strive to create an inclusive work environment that promotes equality and respect. Our colleagues feel valued, empowered, and able to reach their full potential.
">If you are passionate about food and committed to delivering high-quality service, we would love to hear from you.
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