Chef – Beachley Barracks Beachley Barracks £14.65 per hour⏱ 37.5 hours per week – Full Time 5 days over 7 (Shift rotation)Shift Patterns:Monday to Friday: Early Shift 06:00–14:00 | Late Shift 10:00–18:00Weekend: 10:00–18:00Meal Service Times:Weekdays: Breakfast 07:00–07:45 | Lunch 12:30–13:15 | Evening Meal 16:45–17:30Weekends: Brunch 10:00–12:30 | Evening Meal 16:45–17:30Serving up to 120 Service Personnel daily.About the RoleESS, part of Compass Group UK & Ireland, is recruiting a passionate and motivated Chef to join our dedicated team at Beachley Barracks. ESS provides specialist catering and support services to the Defence, Government, and Energy sectors, where we take pride in delivering exceptional food and hospitality in unique and rewarding environments.This is a fantastic opportunity to showcase your culinary skills, develop your career, and make a real difference in serving those who serve the nation.Key ResponsibilitiesAs a Chef with ESS at Beachley Barracks, you will:Prepare delicious, high-quality meals for up to 120 service personnelIdentify opportunities to enhance and improve our food serviceCreate a welcoming and supportive kitchen environment for your teamSupport the delivery of our innovative food conceptsRepresent ESS and Compass Group UK & Ireland with professionalism and positivityAssist with ordering, stock control, and responsible food waste managementOversee kitchen cleaning duties to maintain hygiene standardsSupport with budgets and help meet financial targetsEnsure compliance with Food Handling, Hygiene, and Health & Safety regulationsAbout YouOur ideal Chef will:Hold an NVQ Level 1 & 2 or City & Guilds 706/1 and 2Hold a Basic Food Hygiene CertificateCreate a positive and supportive working environmentCommunicate effectively and build strong relationshipsDemonstrate ambition, initiative, and a passion for excellenceStay calm under pressure and make customer-focused decisionsShow reliability, strong time management, and attention to detailBe passionate about great-tasting food and inspiring othersWe 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:Free mealsOnsite free car parkingContributory 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/0110/94375001/52765805/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!