Executive Chef

5 days ago


Durham, Durham, United Kingdom Compass UK & Ireland Full time £35,000
Job Overview
A highly skilled Executive Chef is required to lead our dedicated catering team in Durham, delivering exceptional culinary experiences using high-quality, fresh ingredients.

About Us
We are a leading workplace catering company, operating in over 700 workspaces daily. Our mission is to provide mindful, flavorful, and sustainable food options that nourish employees and promote their well-being.

Key Responsibilities
• Plan, organize, and innovate the preparation and cooking of food to maintain our reputation for quality.
• Drive our sustainability mission to achieve net zero by 2030.
• Create a positive kitchen environment where team members feel supported and developed.
• Focus on service execution and delivery excellence at all times.
• Develop sales through menu planning and promotions.
• Maintain high levels of cleanliness, food safety, and compliance with health and safety regulations within the kitchen.

Requirements
• Previous experience in a similar role in contract catering.
• Passionate about hospitality with excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Clear understanding of profit margins, purchasing policy, budgeting, and food costing.
• Stock and waste control experience.
• Understanding of food management systems, including HACCP, Food Safety, Health and Safety, Natasha's Law, Allergens, and Manual Handling.

Benefits
• Meal provided while on duty.
• Financial wellbeing programme and preferred rates on salary finance products.
• Medicash - discounted health cash plan providing cash back on medical treatments.
• Pension scheme and Life Assurance.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Recognition awards and long service awards.
• Exclusive Benefits & Wellbeing site (Perks at Work).
• Shopping discounts up to 15% at high street and online stores.
• Ongoing training and development opportunities.
• Compass Group UK&I commitment to fostering an inclusive work environment and equal opportunities for career advancement.

Salary
The estimated salary range for this position is £35,000-£40,000 per annum, depending on experience.

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