Head Chef Monday-Friday - Leeds

Great food in the workplace isn't simply about fuel. It's about increasing productivity and improving performance; it's about happy motivated people and inspiring environments. Our customers are at the heart of everything we do - we live to bring food and people together.

Our passionate team of chefs, baristas, servers, nutritionists and much more, love nothing more than creating memorable moments that enrich the everyday. Come and join our award winning teams - we are currently recruiting for a Head Chef to join our team.

Salary: 40,000 per annum

Shift Pattern: Monday-Friday, 7:00-15:30, 40 hours per week

Location:LS10 1AB

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the launch of a high-end contract catering site, building and shaping the kitchen team ahead of opening (Aug 2026).
• Recruit, manage and develop a team of 4, creating a strong team culture and consistent standards.
• Deliver a premium food offer across breakfast, lunch, deli bar and hospitality, ensuring quality and consistency at all times.
• Drive a creative and commercially strong menu, including a daily street food offer alongside a comfort-led core menu.
• Manage a tight cost base, controlling food spend, labour and wastage to meet budget targets.
• Maintain exceptional standards of food safety, compliance and kitchen operations.
• Adapt menus and service to meet client expectations while maintaining innovation and high-end presentation.

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:

• 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

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.