Hospitality Head Chef – Brighton College Job at Full Time NEW

Brighton College is one of the UK’s most prestigious and forward-thinking independent schools and has been recognised nationally as School of the Decade. Founded in 1845, the College has built an outstanding reputation for academic excellence, pastoral care, innovation and an unapologetically ambitious approach to education. All potential applicants are encouraged to scroll through and read the complete job description before applying. The College educates pupils from ages 3 to 18 and operates as a large, dynamic community, combining day and boarding provision. It has consistently ranked at the top of national league tables and is widely regarded as a benchmark for best practice across the independent education sector. 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: Competitive salary Free meals on duty Highly accessible via public transport Secure bike and scooter parking Closed over Christmas and Easter Paid events, summer events, social committee Amazing facilities Work with celeb chefs! 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, 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 Predominantly Monday to Friday day shifts (work 1 weekend in 3) What you’ll be doing: We currently have an exciting opportunity for a motivated and ambitious Hospitality Head Chef with a real passion for food where you can develop your career with the world’s leading food service and facilities management company. More about the role: Working for this prestigious client, we are seeking an experienced and talented Hospitalitty Head Chef to join our fantastic team who produce outstanding food using the finest and freshest ingredients The Hospitality 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, HS and COSHH The Hospitality 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: Responsible for a range of high-end hospitality events across multiple sites Must have experience writing and costing menus Possess the drive and passion to further enhance the food offering Demonstrate knowledge of current food trends 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 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/1205/C05801/52807665/SU #Lodestone House 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. xlzlddp We want our colleagues to feel valued, empowered to reach their full potential, and to thrive – because diversity is our strength!