Chef in Colchester

Chef in Colchester

Colchester Full-Time 27594 - 33726 £ / year (est.) No working from home possible
Compass Group PLC

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Create exceptional food experiences and delight customers with high-quality dishes.
  • Company: Join a leading food service company in the UK that values individuality.
  • Benefits: Competitive pay, great perks, and extensive learning opportunities.
  • Other info: Enjoy discounts on travel, groceries, and cinema tickets while growing your career.
  • Why this job: Make a real impact in healthcare by bringing your culinary passion to life.
  • Qualifications: Experience as a Chef, team supervision skills, and relevant food hygiene certifications.

The predicted salary is between 27594 - 33726 £ per year.

We're currently recruiting an ambitious Chef to help us create exceptional food experiences for Healthcare on a full time basis contracted to 40 hours per week.

As a Chef, you will be responsible for preparing and serving the kind of food that truly brightens our clients' and customers' days, all within the market-leading food service company in the UK.

You'll get given every opportunity to progress within a company that invests in its people, celebrates individuality, and rewards and recognises employees who go beyond the plate.

Here's an idea of what your shift patterns will be: 5 out of 7 days Could you bring your passion and culinary skill to Healthcare?

  • Here’s what you need to know before applying: Your key responsibilities will include:
  • Preparing delicious, high-quality food that delights our clients and customers
  • Overseeing and implementing menu changes
  • Identifying opportunities to improve our food services
  • Listening and acting on customer feedback to consistently improve our food services
  • Supporting with the creation of new menus and creative food concepts
  • Representing Defence and maintaining a positive brand image
  • Monitoring inventories to keep our kitchens well-stocked
  • Overseeing kitchen cleaning responsibilities to maintain hygiene standards
  • Complying with Food Handling, Hygiene and Health and Safety regulations
  • Be passionate about great-tasting food and exceptional customer service
  • Hold a City & Guilds 706/1 & 2 or NVQ equivalent
  • Have experience supervising a team
  • Have experience in a similar Chef role
  • Hold a Food Hygiene certificate
  • Have a flexible approach to working
  • 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.

  • We ensure you're rewarded for all your hard work, which is why we offer a comprehensive benefits package which includes but is not not limited to:
  • Contributory pension scheme
  • Grow your career with our Career Pathways and My Learning programmes
  • Quick access for you and your immediate family to a Digital GP, and wider healthcare benefits
  • Exclusive travel discounts with TUI, Expedia, Booking. com 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
  • Please note: This role is contracted to weeks per year
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Chef in Colchester employer: Compass Group PLC

Compass Group PLC is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment in Leeds where you can lead a passionate team and make a real impact on customer experiences. With a strong focus on employee development, competitive benefits including a pension scheme, and a culture that values high service standards, this role provides a unique opportunity to grow your career in the food service industry while driving profitability and creating memorable moments for guests.

Compass Group PLC

Contact Details:

Compass Group PLC Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Chef in Colchester

Culinary Skills
Menu Development
Customer Service
Food Hygiene
Health and Safety Compliance
Team Supervision
Inventory Management