Head Chef - Moreton in Marsh Up to £36,400 per annum Monday - Friday 7am - 3.30pm or 11.30am - 8pm Monday - Thursday & Friday 7am - 3.30pm Complimentary sports centre membership inclusive of swimming pool and full gym facilities Spice Up Your Next Career MoveAre you a talented and enthusiastic Head Chef ready to lead a team in crafting outstanding culinary experiences? We're looking for a passionate Head Chef to join our dedicated catering team at The Fire Service College in Moreton In Marsh, where you'll create exceptional dishes using the finest and freshest ingredients. In this prestigious contract, you'll have the chance to make a real impact, balancing creativity with leadership, all within the UK's leading food service company. What You'll Do:Deliver services across breakfast, lunch, dinner, hospitality, Retail and a coffee shopbe part of a team of 75, with 8 direct reports, serving up to 150-600 customers on-site.Plan, organise, and direct the preparation and cooking of food, ensuring high standards at all timesSupport our sustainability mission to achieve net zero by 2030Create a positive kitchen environment where your team feels supported and developedFocus on service execution and delivering excellence in every dishDrive sales through innovative menu planning and promotionsMaintain food safety, health & safety, and COSHH compliance within the kitchenControl stock, waste, and costs, ensuring all operations stay within budgetWhat You'll Bring:Previous experience in a similar Head Chef role, ideally within contract cateringStrong leadership skills, with the ability to motivate and manage a team to deliver consistent resultsA passion for hospitality and innovative culinary skillsExcellent communication and interpersonal skillsAbility to inspire a team and develop a progressive, positive working environmentA solid understanding of profit margins, purchasing policies, budgeting, and food costingExperience in stock and waste controlStrong knowledge of food management systems (HACCP, Food Safety, Health & Safety), including Natasha\'s Law and allergen managementWhy 14Forty is Your Next Best Move:We ensure you're rewarded for your hard work with a comprehensive benefits package that includes:Financial wellbeing programme and preferred rates on salary finance productsAviva DigiCare – free annual healthcare checkMedicash – discounted health cash plan covering dental, optical, and medical treatments for you and your familyPension scheme and life assuranceHoliday purchase scheme and Sharebuy schemeEmployee Assistance ProgrammeRecognition awards, including Be a Star peer recognition and Long Service AwardsEmployee-led networks for support and developmentAccess to our exclusive Benefits & Wellbeing site (Perks at Work) for discounts on entertainment, travel, and shoppingVodafone discountsOn-going training and career development opportunitiesAs part of Compass Group, you'll have the chance to grow your career with the industry leader, enjoying competitive pay, great perks, and unrivalled opportunities for learning and development. Diversity Is Our StrengthAt Compass Group UK&I, we're dedicated to creating a workplace where everyone can be their true selves and have equal opportunities for career advancement. We celebrate diversity and believe that it drives innovation and excellence, allowing our colleagues to thrive and reach their full potential.