Chef

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We’re currently recruiting an ambitious Chef to help us create exceptional food experiences for Defence on a full‑time basis, contracted to 37.5 hours per week. As a Chef you will be responsible for preparing and serving high‑quality food that brightens our clients’ and customers’ days. You will work within the market‑leading food service company in the UK and have every opportunity to progress within a company that invests in its people, celebrates individuality, and rewards employees who go beyond the plate.

Shift pattern (full‑time days):

• Mon:
  Full‑time
• Tues:
  Full‑time
• Weds:
  Full‑time
• Thurs:
  Full‑time
• Fri:
  Full‑time
• Sat: –
• Sun: –

• Preparing delicious, high‑quality food that delights our clients and customers
• Overseeing and implementing menu changes
• Identifying opportunities to improve food services
• Listening and acting on customer feedback to consistently improve service
• Supporting the creation of new menus and creative food concepts
• Representing Defence and maintaining a positive brand image
• Monitoring inventory to keep kitchens well‑stocked
• Ensuring kitchen cleaning responsibilities maintain hygiene standards
• Complying with Food Handling, Hygiene and Health and Safety regulations

• 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 receive competitive pay, great perks and unrivalled opportunities for learning and development, at one of the UK’s biggest businesses.

Job Reference: com/1912///BU #Energy

Compass 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!

• Entry level

• Full‑time

• Management and Manufacturing

• Food and Beverage Services