Sous Chef – Rock Barracks Location: Rock Barracks Pay: £16.65 per hour⏰ Hours: 37.5 hours per week (no spread-over) Contract: 5 days out of 7 Weekends: 1 in 3Shift PatternsWeekdays:Early: 06:00 – 14:00Late: 10:30 – 18:30Weekends:09:00 – 17:30We are currently recruiting an experienced and motivated Sous Chef to join our catering team at Rock Barracks. This role offers an excellent work–life balance, structured hours with no spread-over, and superb career development opportunities within a professional Defence catering environment.As Sous Chef, you will support the Head Chef in the day-to-day running of the kitchen, helping to deliver consistently high-quality, nutritious meals while leading and developing the kitchen team.Key ResponsibilitiesSupport the Head Chef with daily kitchen operationsPrepare, cook, and serve high-quality meals to service standardsSupervise, motivate, and develop kitchen staffMaintain excellent food hygiene, safety, and cleanliness standardsAssist with menu planning, stock control, ordering, and allergen managementEnsure smooth and efficient service across all shift patternsAbout YouPrevious experience essential in a similar role (Sous Chef or Senior Chef de Partie)Culinary qualifications desirable (City & Guilds / NVQ or equivalent)Strong leadership, communication, and organisational skillsPassion for great food and quality serviceFlexible, 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/3001/95391001/52503117/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!