Sous Chef – Lulworth Gunnery SchoolFull-Time • 37.5 hours per week • £17.25 per hour5 days over 7 • Includes 2 weekends in 4Bring your passion for quality food to a unique and rewarding role at Lulworth Gunnery School. We're looking for a talented and motivated Sous Chef to support our Head Chef and help deliver exceptional meals to our staff and visitors.Shift PatternsEarly: 06:00–12:00Late: 11:00–18:30Working 2 weekends in every 4Key ResponsibilitiesSupport the Head Chef with day-to-day kitchen operationsPrepare, cook, and serve high-quality meals to service standardsSupervise and motivate kitchen staff, ensuring consistency and teamworkMaintain excellent food hygiene and safety standardsAssist with menu planning, stock control, and allergen managementDeliver quality and efficiency across all shift patternsWhat We're Looking ForProven experience in a similar role (Sous Chef or Senior Chef de Partie)Culinary qualifications desirable (City & Guilds/NVQ or equivalent)Strong communication, leadership, and organisational skillsPassion for great food and quality service ❤️Flexible and reliable, able to work early, mid, and late shiftsWhat We're Looking ForProven experience in a similar role (Sous Chef or Senior Chef de Partie)Culinary qualifications desirable (City & Guilds/NVQ or equivalent)Strong communication, leadership, and organisational skillsPassion for great food and quality service ❤️Flexible and reliable, able to work early, mid, 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/1112/96005001/52661268/R/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!