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Head Chef - Godalming
Head Chef - Godalming
Head Chef - Godalming
Posted 3 months ago
- Godalming, Surrey
- Any
- External
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:
Onsite parking and EV chargers
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, 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
Working 5 days out of 7
Please note: This role is contracted to 43 weeks per year
Chartwells Independents is the leading provider of catering and support services to Independent Schools in the UK. We provide innovative catering, hospitality and food service by creating imaginative menus delivered with an exceptional service.
We nurture and develop our teams to enrich their skills which allows them to show their passion and inspiration that as a company we are proud to encourage.
You will be leading a team who share the same passion for preparing exciting fresh and nutritious food on a daily basis. This is a complex, busy and multi-facetted environment that also offers a great work life balance.
In return we offer support and development to grow within our business alongside a competitive salary.
More about the role:
Delivery of a range of food and catering services across a number of outlets in a complex, busy and multi-facetted environment
The Head Chef will plan, organise and direct the preparation and cooking of food ensuring that the company's reputation for quality is enhanced with customers and clients at all times
Taking responsibility for the food production with a hands-on approach
Driving sales through centrally driven menu planning and promotions and preferred suppliers
Responsible for all aspects of food safety, HSE and COSHH
The Head Chef will also be required to implement and maintain food monitoring procedures to facilitate budgetary control and to monitor all costs involved in the kitchen against agreed budgets.
Who you are:
Excellent and Innovative culinary and presentation skills
Excellent Communication and Interpersonal skills
Energetic with a passion to do a great job
Able to manage staff in a calm, inspirational manner
A forward-thinker who can prevent wastage
Demonstrates a passion for food
Team Player
Excellent organisation skills
Numerate and computer literate with an understanding of financial drivers
A clear understanding of profit margins, purchasing policy, budgeting and food costing, including control
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/#####/41312001/52633189/SU
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!
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Onsite parking and EV chargers
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, 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
Working 5 days out of 7
Please note: This role is contracted to 43 weeks per year
Chartwells Independents is the leading provider of catering and support services to Independent Schools in the UK. We provide innovative catering, hospitality and food service by creating imaginative menus delivered with an exceptional service.
We nurture and develop our teams to enrich their skills which allows them to show their passion and inspiration that as a company we are proud to encourage.
You will be leading a team who share the same passion for preparing exciting fresh and nutritious food on a daily basis. This is a complex, busy and multi-facetted environment that also offers a great work life balance.
In return we offer support and development to grow within our business alongside a competitive salary.
More about the role:
Delivery of a range of food and catering services across a number of outlets in a complex, busy and multi-facetted environment
The Head Chef will plan, organise and direct the preparation and cooking of food ensuring that the company's reputation for quality is enhanced with customers and clients at all times
Taking responsibility for the food production with a hands-on approach
Driving sales through centrally driven menu planning and promotions and preferred suppliers
Responsible for all aspects of food safety, HSE and COSHH
The Head Chef will also be required to implement and maintain food monitoring procedures to facilitate budgetary control and to monitor all costs involved in the kitchen against agreed budgets.
Who you are:
Excellent and Innovative culinary and presentation skills
Excellent Communication and Interpersonal skills
Energetic with a passion to do a great job
Able to manage staff in a calm, inspirational manner
A forward-thinker who can prevent wastage
Demonstrates a passion for food
Team Player
Excellent organisation skills
Numerate and computer literate with an understanding of financial drivers
A clear understanding of profit margins, purchasing policy, budgeting and food costing, including control
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/#####/41312001/52633189/SU
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!
TPBN1_UKCT