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:Free mealsFree on-site gymOnsite free car parkingFree onsite swimming pool accessElectric vehicle charging pointsWellness facilitiesContributory pension schemeGrow your career with our Career Pathways and MyLearning programmesQuick access for you and your immediate family to a Digital GP, and wider healthcare benefitsExclusive travel discounts with TUI, Expedia, Booking.com and many moreSave money on your food shop with discounts on Tesco, Sainsbury\'s, Morrisons and many moreUp to 44% off cinema tickets to enjoy your favourite blockbusterReceive cash rewards every time you spend and use them on a wide range of brandsUn-wind with us with free wellness, mindfulness and exercise classesYou can share all discounts and offers with your friends and familiesWorking 5 days out of 7What you\'ll be doing: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 environmentThe 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 timesTaking responsibility for the food production with a hands-on approachDriving sales through centrally driven menu planning and promotions and preferred suppliersResponsible for all aspects of food safety, HSE and COSHHThe 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.You will work closely with the executive chef to manage the team, kitchen, and management systemsWho you are:Excellent and Innovative culinary and presentation skillsExcellent Communication and Interpersonal skillsEnergetic with a passion to do a great jobAble to manage staff in a calm, inspirational mannerA forward-thinker who can prevent wastageDemonstrates a passion for foodTeam PlayerExcellent organisation skillsNumerate and computer literate with an understanding of financial driversA clear understanding of profit margins, purchasing policy, budgeting and food costing, including controlThis is very much a hands on role, strong cooking skills essential, with a background in fine dining essential as part of the role includes function workAbout UsAs 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/1209/62081001/52679778/SUCompass 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!
