Head Chef - Solihull
| Dyddiad hysbysebu: | 23 Mehefin 2025 |
|---|---|
| Cyflog: | Heb ei nodi |
| Gwybodaeth ychwanegol am y cyflog: | Competitive |
| Oriau: | Llawn Amser |
| Dyddiad cau: | 23 Gorffennaf 2025 |
| Lleoliad: | Solihull, B92 8NW |
| Cwmni: | Compass Group |
| Math o swydd: | Parhaol |
| Cyfeirnod swydd: | 191459 |
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Head Chef – Solihull
Location: Solihull, West Midlands
Salary: £39,680 per annum
Hours: Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Work-Life Balance: No weekends, no late nights
Cook. Lead. Inspire. At One of the UK\\'s Most Prestigious Automotive Sites.
We are recruiting for a talented, driven, and forward-thinking Head Chef to take the reins at our landmark Jaguar Land Rover site in Solihull – a flagship catering contract operated by Eurest, part of Compass Group UK&I.
In this high-profile role, you’ll be the culinary leader of a sophisticated and fast-paced operation spanning:
8 micro-markets
1 main restaurant
Hospitality & event catering
A large-scale food delivery service
All delivered with a focus on quality, innovation, sustainability, and guest experience.
About Eurest
We’re redefining workplace dining by delivering planet-positive, mindful food experiences across 700+ client locations. Our mission? To help fuel productivity, wellbeing, and culture—while working towards net zero by 2030.
What You’ll Be Doing
Leading kitchen operations with innovation, flair, and attention to detail
Creating nutritious, fresh menus that balance flavour, sustainability and cost
Building and developing a high-performing kitchen brigade
Maintaining a culture of excellence in HACCP, food safety, COSHH, Natasha’s Law, and allergen controls
Working closely with our front-of-house and operations teams to deliver a seamless customer journey
Playing a key role in driving sustainability initiatives and waste reduction
Managing kitchen budgets, purchasing, stock and GP with full P&L accountability
Elevating every touchpoint—from a grab-and-go salad to VIP hospitality
About You
Proven experience as a Head Chef or Senior Sous in contract catering, hotel or high-volume hospitality
Culinary excellence paired with strong commercial acumen
Leadership qualities that motivate and inspire your team to deliver their best
Ability to thrive in a structured, branded environment with a passion for people development
Knowledge of kitchen financials – stock, labour, wastage, cost control and GP
High standards of cleanliness, compliance and food presentation
NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in Professional Cookery
Experience with event catering or hospitality in a B&I setting
What’s In It For You?
We offer more than just a job – we provide a career path, professional support, and outstanding benefits, including:
Free meal on shift
Access to Shopping Discounts & Perks at Work
Mental health and Employee Assistance Programmes
Access to financial wellbeing tools & advice
Free annual health check & Medicash discount plan
Recognition schemes & Long Service Awards
Ongoing learning & development with industry-leading training
Clear opportunities for progression within Compass Group UK&I
Join a Business That’s Powered by People
At Eurest, we believe in bringing your whole self to work. We celebrate individuality, champion inclusion, and empower every colleague to grow their career.
This is your opportunity to lead food excellence at JLR Solihull—and shape the future of workplace dining.
Apply now and turn passion into purpose.