**Ambitious Chef Opportunity**
We are currently seeking a talented and experienced Chef to join our team at Defence, working full-time on a 37.5 hour per week contract.
As a key member of our culinary team, you will be responsible for creating exceptional food experiences that exceed our clients' expectations.
Your shift patterns will be 5 out of 7 days, providing a great work-life balance.
**Key Responsibilities:**
* Prepare delicious, high-quality food that delights our clients and customers.
* Oversee and implement menu changes to meet customer demands.
* Identify opportunities to improve our food services and implement changes.
* Listen and act on customer feedback to consistently improve our food services.
* Support the creation of new menus and creative food concepts.
* Represent Defence and maintain a positive brand image.
* Monitor inventories to keep our kitchens well-stocked.
* Oversee kitchen cleaning responsibilities to maintain hygiene standards.
* Comply with Food Handling, Hygiene and Health and Safety regulations.
**Requirements:**
* Possess a passion for great-tasting food and exceptional customer service.
* Hold a City & Guilds 706/1 & 2 or NVQ equivalent qualification.
* Have experience supervising a team and leading in a similar Chef role.
* Hold a Food Hygiene certificate.
* Demonstrate a flexible approach to working.
**About Us:**
We are part of Compass Group UK&I, ESS, which supports over 250 UK military establishments, government sites, and energy sector facilities.
We value diversity and strive to create an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive.