Executive Chef Assistant

3 days ago


Saffron Walden, United Kingdom Compass UK & Ireland Full time

We have an exciting opportunity for a skilled Executive Chef Assistant to help us create exceptional food experiences for our clients on a full-time basis, contracted to 40 hours per week.

As a key member of our culinary team, you will work in a passionate and hard-working environment to deliver outstanding culinary experiences for our customers in the market-leading food service company in the UK.

In return, we offer support and development to progress within a company that invests in its people, celebrates individuality, and rewards and recognises employees who go beyond the plate.

Your key responsibilities will include:

  • Preparing delicious, high-quality food that delights our clients and customers
  • Being an enthusiastic team player and excellent communicator
  • Representing Compass Group UK&I and maintaining a positive brand image
  • Complying with Food Handling & Hygiene standards
  • Complying with Health & Safety regulations

Our ideal Executive Chef Assistant will:

  • Be a brilliant communicator and easily build relationships
  • Strive for excellence in an eager and motivated manner
  • Take initiative and make decisions that are right for our customers
  • Have a desire to succeed in your role
  • Possess the ability to work under pressure
  • Demonstrate exceptional timekeeping and reliability
  • Have a safety-first mind set
  • Be passionate about food

Part of Compass Group UK&I, Restaurant Associates provides brilliant hospitality through our food, drink and services. We work with our partners and collaborate with our clients to achieve great things together. Every day, our teams of passionate hospitality professionals strive for excellence in delivering employee dining and hospitality to some of the UK's leading workplaces as well as inspiring exceptional experiences in iconic cultural and heritage destinations.

Estimated salary: £25,000 - £35,000 per annum, dependent on experience.



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