We are seeking a talented Second Chef to join our culinary team based at Southampton Airport. This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate chef to lead and create exceptional dining experiences, showcasing your skills in a dynamic and professional environment.
What you'll be doing:
Assist in leading the kitchen team to deliver high-quality, innovative dishes
Ensure food is prepared and presented to the highest standards using fresh, seasonal ingredients
Support in menu development and planning, bringing creativity and fresh ideas
Oversee food hygiene and safety compliance in the kitchen
Manage stock control and ordering, maintaining cost efficiency
Mentor and support junior team members in their development
More about the role:
Prepare, cook and present food to the highest standards checking for taste, presentation and quality.
To ensure all food preparation is carried out in accordance with food hygiene procedures
Support all areas of the Kitchen as required
To ensure food is served promptly and work is carried out quickly and efficiently to keep up when busy
Our ideal Chef will:
Proven experience as a Sous Chef
Strong leadership skills with a passion for creating exceptional culinary experiences
Highly organized with a focus on delivering quality and consistency
Excellent communication and team management abilities
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
As part of Compass you'll help to feed people, fuel progress and forge connections in around 6,000 venues. Join us to grow your career with the industry leader, and get competitive pay, great perks and unrivalled opportunities for learning and development, at one of the UK's biggest businesses.
Job Reference: com/2510/(phone number removed)/(phone number removed)/SUCompass 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 thrive? because diversity is our strength