Pay & Hours
* £15.55 per hour
* 37 hours per week (5 out of 7 days)
* Early shift: 05:30 – 14:00
* Late shift: 10:30 – 19:00
* Meal service times: Breakfast 06:30–08:00; Lunch 12:15–13:15; Evening meal 17:00–18:30
Benefits
* Free on-site parking
* Free meal while on shift
* Use of on-site gym facilities
* Uniform provided
* Clear career pathway and progression opportunities through ESS
* Excellent team environment and work–life balance
About the Role
We’re looking for an experienced and enthusiastic Chef de Partie to join our professional catering team at DM Kineton. You’ll work across two busy kitchens, helping to provide freshly prepared meals for around 300 service personnel.
This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a supportive environment where experience matters more than qualifications, and career growth is encouraged.
Key Responsibilities
* Prepare, cook, and present high-quality meals across all services
* Support the Sous and Head Chef with daily kitchen operations
* Maintain excellent standards of food safety and hygiene
* Assist with stock control and ordering when required
* Contribute to a positive, team-focused kitchen culture
* Deliver great service and consistent quality for our customers
What We’re Looking For
* Previous experience in a professional kitchen (Chef de Partie or similar)
* Passion for great food and excellent service
* Strong teamwork and communication skills
* Reliability, flexibility, and attention to detail
* Experience valued over formal qualifications – training and career development provided
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
* Digital GP and wider healthcare benefits
* Exclusive travel discounts with TUI, Expedia, Booking.com and many more
* Discounts on groceries with Tesco, Sainsbury’s, Morrisons and more
* Up to 44% off cinema tickets
* Cash rewards for everyday spend
* Free wellness, mindfulness and exercise classes
* Discounts and offers shareable with friends and family
About Us
Part of Compass Group UK&I, ESS is the Defence, Government, and Energy services sector of Compass Group UK & Ireland. We support 250+ UK military establishments, police, secure environments and government sites, along with onshore and offshore facilities including platforms, drilling rigs, floatels and offices for the energy sector. We seek people passionate about delivering excellent customer service at all levels to join our teams.
Job Reference: com/2509/94482001/52629488/SU #Defence
Compass Group UK&I is committed to fostering an environment where every individual can 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!
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