Sous Chef – Rock Barracks, Woodbridge Employer: ESS – Compass Group UK & Ireland Pay & Hours£16.65 per hour37.5 hours per week (5 out of 7 days)1 x 30-minute unpaid break per shift Early shift: 06:30 – 15:00 Late shift: 11:00 – 19:302-week rotating shift patternMeal Service Times: Breakfast – 07:00 to 08:30☕ Mid-morning – 09:30 to 11:00 Lunch – 12:15 to 13:30️ Dinner – 17:15 to 18:00 Benefits Free on-site parking️ Use of on-site gym️ Free meal on shift Uniforms provided Excellent career development and support pathways Great work–life balance within a supportive team About the RoleWe're recruiting an experienced and motivated Sous Chef to join the ESS catering team at Rock Barracks, Woodbridge.You'll be working across two busy kitchens, helping to prepare and serve meals for around 180 service personnel.This is a fantastic opportunity to work as part of a large, professional kitchen team of 30, supporting Defence catering with pride and excellence. Key ResponsibilitiesPrepare and serve high-quality meals across all service timesSupport the Head Chef in menu planning, stock control, and daily kitchen managementMaintain the highest food safety and hygiene standardsSupervise, train, and support kitchen team membersEnsure consistent quality and efficient service across both kitchensContribute ideas for menu development and service improvements What We're Looking ForPrevious experience in a similar kitchen role (Sous Chef or Senior Chef de Partie)Computer literate with strong organisational skillsCity & Guilds 706/1 & 2 or NVQ equivalent Food Hygiene CertificateExcellent teamwork and communication skillsPassion for great food and customer service ❤️Must have own transport – site is not accessible via public transportWe 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/0810/95391001/52503117/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!