Head Chef

1 week ago


Amesbury, United Kingdom CV-Library Full time

Head Chef - Boscombe Down, Amesbury£15.62 per hour

37.5 hours per week

5 days per week

We're currently recruiting an ambitious Head Chef to help us create exceptional food experiences for Defence on a full time basis, contracted to 37.5 hours per week.
As a Head Chef, you will be responsible for creating an outstanding culinary experience. In return, you will have the chance to progress your career with a company that invests in its people, celebrates individuality, and rewards and recognises employees who go beyond the plate.
Here's what you need to know before applying for a Head Chef position with Compass Group UK&I.
Your key responsibilities will include:Preparing delicious, high-quality food that delights our clients and customers

Identifying opportunities to improve our food service

Creating a positive kitchen environment where your team feel welcomed and supported

Delivering our tasty food concepts to our customers

Representing Compass Group UK&I and maintaining a positive brand image

Ordering food, looking after stock control and controlling food waste

Overseeing kitchen cleaning responsibilities to maintain hygiene standards

Managing budgets and successfully meeting financial targets

Complying with Food Handling & Hygiene standards

Complying with Health & Safety regulations

Our ideal Head Chef will:Hold a City & Guilds 706/1 & 2 or NVQ equivalent

Create a positive work environment where the whole team can thrive

Be a brilliant communicator and easily build relationships

Have experience in a similar Head Chef role

Strive for excellence in an enthusiastic 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

Passionate about food

We ensure you're rewarded for all your hard work, which is why we offer a comprehensive benefits package which includes but is not limited to:

Free meals

Onsite free car parking

Contributory pension scheme

Grow your career with our Career Pathways and MyLearning programmes

Quick access for you and your immediate family to a Digital GP, and wider healthcare benefits

Exclusive travel discounts with TUI, Expedia, (url removed) and many more

Save money on your food shop with discounts on Tesco, Sainsbury's, Morrisons and many more

Up to 44% off cinema tickets to enjoy your favourite blockbuster

Receive cash rewards every time you spend and use them on a wide range of brands

Un-wind with us with free wellness, mindfulness and exercise classes

You can share all discounts and offers with your friends and families

About Us

Part of Compass Group UK&I, ESS is the Defence, Government, and Energy services sector of Compass Group UK & Ireland. We support 250+ UK military establishments, high profile police, secure environments and government sites, along with a range of onshore and offshore facilities including platforms, drilling rigs, floatels and offices for the energy sector. We know that a friendly face makes all the difference, so we look for people who are passionate about delivering excellent customer service, at all levels, to join our teams.

Compass Group UK&I is committed to fostering an environment where every individual can truly be themselves at work and has equal opportunities to advance in their careers. We strive to build a culture that respects and celebrates the unique talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and abilities of all our team members. We want our colleagues to feel valued, empowered to reach their full potential, and to thriveÑbecause diversity is our strength


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