We're currently recruiting an ambitious Chef to help us create exceptional food experiences for Defence on a full-time basis contracted to 40 hours per week. As a Chef, you will be responsible for preparing and serving food that brightens our clients' and customers' days, within the market-leading food service company in the UK. You'll have opportunities to progress within a company that invests in its people, celebrates individuality, and rewards employees who go beyond the plate.
Here's an idea of what your shift patterns will be: Variable shifts.
Could you bring your passion and culinary skill to Defence? Here's what you need to know before applying:
Your key responsibilities will include:
* Preparing high-quality, delicious food that delights our clients and customers
* Overseeing and implementing menu changes
* Identifying opportunities to improve our food services
* Listening to and acting on customer feedback to improve our food services
* Supporting the creation of new menus and innovative food concepts
* Representing Defence and maintaining a positive brand image
* Monitoring inventories to keep kitchens well-stocked
* Ensuring kitchen cleanliness and hygiene standards are maintained
* Complying with Food Handling, Hygiene, and Health and Safety regulations
Our ideal Chef will:
* Be passionate about great-tasting food and excellent customer service
* Hold a City & Guilds 706/1 & 2 or NVQ equivalent
* Have experience supervising a team
* Have experience in a similar Chef role
* Hold a Food Hygiene certificate
* Be flexible in working hours
Part of Compass Group UK&I, ESS supports over 250 UK military establishments, police, secure environments, government sites, and various onshore and offshore facilities. We value friendly faces and excellent customer service at all levels, and we seek passionate individuals to join our teams.
Compass Group UK&I is committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone can be themselves and has equal opportunities for career advancement. We celebrate diversity and aim to create a culture where all team members feel valued, empowered, and able to thrive—because diversity is our strength!
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