Job Title: Head Chef
We are currently recruiting an ambitious Head Chef to help us create exceptional food experiences for Chartwells on a part-time basis, contracted to 30 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 recognizes employees who go beyond the plate. Could you bring your spark to Chartwells?
Your Key Responsibilities Will Include:
1. Preparing delicious, high-quality food that delights our clients and customers.
2. Identifying opportunities to improve our food service.
3. Creating a positive kitchen environment where your team feels welcomed and supported.
4. Delivering our tasty food concepts to our customers.
5. Representing Compass Group UK&I and maintaining a positive brand image.
6. Ordering food, looking after stock control, and controlling food waste.
7. Overseeing kitchen cleaning responsibilities to maintain hygiene standards.
8. Managing budgets and successfully meeting financial targets.
9. Complying with Food Handling & Hygiene standards.
10. Complying with Health & Safety regulations.
Our Ideal Head Chef Will:
1. Hold a City & Guilds 706/1 & 2 or NVQ equivalent.
2. Create a positive work environment where the whole team can thrive.
3. Be a brilliant communicator and easily build relationships.
4. Have experience in a similar Head Chef role.
5. Strive for excellence in an enthusiastic and motivated manner.
6. Take initiative and make decisions that are right for our customers.
7. Have a desire to succeed in your role.
8. Possess the ability to work under pressure.
9. Demonstrate exceptional timekeeping and reliability.
10. Have a safety-first mindset.
11. Be passionate about food.
Job Reference: com/1810/91891001/52382668/BU
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