Sous Chef – RAF Valley Location: RAF Valley⏰ Hours: 37.5 hours per week Working Pattern: 5 days over 7 Pay: £16.15 per hourShift PatternsEarly Shift: 05:00 – 13:30Late Shift: 13:00 – 21:00Meal Service TimesBreakfast: 06:00 – 08:30Lunch: 11:30 – 13:30Evening Meal: 17:30 – 20:30Catering for up to 50 Service Personnel per day.We are recruiting a passionate and driven Sous Chef to join our team at RAF Valley. This is an exciting opportunity within the Defence sector, offering a supportive environment where you can make a real impact on food quality, team development, and operational standards.This role will see you grow and develop junior members of the kitchen team, with a strong focus on upskilling, mentoring, and driving culinary standards to the next level. The site benefits from a reduced workload over the Christmas period, supporting a healthy work–life balance.Key ResponsibilitiesSupport the Head Chef in the day-to-day running of a busy kitchenPrepare, cook, and serve high-quality, nutritious meals across all servicesLead, train, and develop junior kitchen staff, fostering skills and confidenceMaintain and improve culinary standards, presentation, and consistencySupervise a team of 20, with 6 direct reportsAssist with menu planning, stock control, ordering, and allergen managementEnsure full compliance with food safety, hygiene, and Health & Safety standardsDeliver efficient service across all shift patternsAbout YouPrevious experience essential in a similar role (Sous Chef or strong Senior Chef de Partie)Culinary qualifications desirable (City & Guilds / NVQ or equivalent)Passionate about developing people and raising food standardsStrong leadership, communication, and organisational skillsFlexible, reliable, and comfortable working early and late shiftsWe 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 schemeGrow your career with our Career Pathways and MyLearning programmesQuick access for you and your immediate family to a Digital GP, and wider healthcare benefitsExclusive travel discounts with TUI, Expedia, Booking.com and many moreSave money on your food shop with discounts on Tesco, Sainsbury\'s, Morrisons and many moreUp to 44% off cinema tickets to enjoy your favourite blockbusterReceive cash rewards every time you spend and use them on a wide range of brandsUn-wind with us with free wellness, mindfulness and exercise classesYou can share all discounts and offers with your friends and familiesAbout UsPart 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, high profile police, secure environments and government sites, along with a range of onshore and offshore facilities including platforms, drilling rigs, floatels and offices for the energy sector. We know that a friendly face makes all the difference, so we look for people who are passionate about delivering excellent customer service, at all levels, to join our teams.Job Reference: com/1812/94644001/52781792/SU DefenceCompass 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. We want our colleagues to feel valued, empowered to reach their full potential, and to thrive - because diversity is our strength!