Executive Chef and Senior Culinary Lead

6 days ago


Northampton, Northamptonshire, United Kingdom Compass Group UK & Ireland Full time
Job Overview:
We are seeking an experienced culinary professional to fill a key role within our team at Compass Group UK & Ireland. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of working in a similar role, with a strong understanding of high personal hygiene standards and food safety.

  • A thorough knowledge of kitchen operations and management is essential for this position.
  • The successful candidate will be responsible for leading by example, demonstrating exceptional food safety and hygiene practices.
  • They will also be expected to work collaboratively with the wider team to maintain high standards throughout the service periods.


Key Responsibilities:
  • To manage the daily kitchen operations, ensuring that all staff adhere to company policies and procedures.
  • To maintain high standards of food quality, presentation, and consistency.
  • To ensure that all necessary Risk Assessments are completed and up-to-date.


Benefits:
  • Medicash – Healthcare benefits, including dental, optical, and therapy treatments (includes up to 4 dependent children).
  • Aviva Digicare – Free annual healthcare check.
  • Exclusive Benefits and Wellbeing site (Perks at Work).
  • Entertainment discounts – up to 55% off cinema tickets.
  • Health and wellbeing discounts – Discounts for Nuffield Health (20%) and Pure Gym (10%).
  • Travel discounts – Discounts with holiday companies such as TUI and Expedia.
  • Shopping discounts – Save up to 15% at high street and online stores by purchasing Shopping Cards.
  • Meals on duty.
  • Vodaphone discounts.
  • Pension scheme and Life Assurance.
  • Employee Assistance Programme.
  • 23 days + BH's and additional day off for your birthday.
  • 2 days additional leave, following return from Maternity leave during first year back.
  • Competitive and supportive family benefits.
  • Day off for baby's 1st birthday.
  • Holiday purchase scheme.
  • On-going training, development, and career pathways.
  • Professional subscriptions paid.
  • Financial wellbeing programme and preferred rates on salary finance products.


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