Catering Chef: Create Seasonal Menus & Client Dining

OCS Group; Southampton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading facilities management company in Southampton is seeking a dedicated Chef to join their Catering team. The successful candidate will ensure high standards of food quality, manage inventory, control budgets, and maintain health and hygiene in the kitchen. Ideal applicants will have a passion for food and excellent knowledge of food safety. Join an inclusive workplace that values diversity and offers career progression.

Qualifications

• Applicants must have the right to work in the UK.
• Excellent knowledge of health and safety and food safety.
• Real passion for food and service.

Responsibilities

• Ensure food quality and taste are of the highest standard.
• Manage inventory of stock and order raw materials.
• Control budgets and minimise wastage.
• Maintain health and hygiene in the kitchen.
• Prepare and cook for clients and customers.
• Support the site in absence of the Senior Chef.

Skills

Food handling certificate

Excellent communication skills

Customer service skills

Knowledge of health and safety

Ability to work autonomously

Teamwork

Passion for food

Education

City & Guilds 706/1 and 706/2 or level 2 diploma in Professional Cookery

Job description

A leading facilities management company in Southampton is seeking a dedicated Chef to join their Catering team. The successful candidate will ensure high standards of food quality, manage inventory, control budgets, and maintain health and hygiene in the kitchen. Ideal applicants will have a passion for food and excellent knowledge of food safety. Join an inclusive workplace that values diversity and offers career progression.