Professional Kitchen Team Leader

2 weeks ago


Swindon, Swindon, United Kingdom Compass Group UK & Ireland Full time
Job Description:
We are recruiting an experienced Chef to join our Defence team on a full-time basis. As a key member of our kitchen team, you will be responsible for preparing and serving high-quality food that delights our clients and customers. This is an exciting opportunity for someone passionate about delivering exceptional food experiences and supporting our clients' needs.

About the Role:
This role requires a skilled Chef who can oversee menu changes, identify opportunities to improve our food services, and support with creating new menus and creative food concepts. You will also be responsible for monitoring inventories, maintaining hygiene standards, and representing Defence in a positive light. If you have a passion for great-tasting food and exceptional customer service, we want to hear from you

Key Responsibilities:
• Prepare delicious, high-quality food that meets our clients' expectations
• Oversee and implement menu changes to ensure consistency and quality
• Identify opportunities to improve our food services and provide solutions
• Support with creating new menus and creative food concepts to enhance our offering
• Represent Defence in a positive light and maintain a professional image
• Monitor inventories to keep our kitchens well-stocked and organised
• Maintain hygiene standards by overseeing kitchen cleaning responsibilities

Requirements:
We are looking for a Chef with a City & Guilds 706/1 & 2 or NVQ equivalent, experience supervising a team, and experience in a similar Chef role. A Food Hygiene certificate is also essential. If you have a flexible approach to working and are passionate about delivering excellent customer service, we encourage you to apply.

Salary: £35,000 - £40,000 per annum (dependent on experience)

About Us:
Compass Group UK&I is a leading provider of Defence services, supporting 250+ UK military establishments and other secure environments. We are committed to delivering exceptional food experiences and providing excellent customer service to our clients.

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