Site Executive Chef
Location: RAF Cosford, WV7 3EX
Salary: £38,191 per annum
Hours: 39 hours per week
Working Pattern: Mainly Monday-Friday (occasional weekends / late finishes)
Looking for a senior chef role with real work-life balance ?
ESS are recruiting a Site Executive Chef to lead catering operations at RAF Cosford, a large, fully operational military site serving 800-1,000 meals daily across multiple kitchens.
Most ESS Military sites operate on single shifts - no split shifts and no regular late nights.
Service Times Breakfast: 06:00 - 08:00
Lunch: 11:30 - 13:30
Evening Meal: 16:30 - 20:00
The Role Hands-on leadership across multiple kitchens
Menu planning aligned to ESS frameworks and customer needs
Maintain food quality, consistency, and presentation
Lead, develop, and inspire a team of around 15
Deliver functions and events as required
Ensure full compliance with HACCP, food safety, and allergen management
Drive GP, labour, and food cost targets
Use catering systems effectively - computer literacy essential
Support apprenticeships, career pathways, and the Junior Chef Academy
Flexible approach to meet operational needs
About You Proven experience in a similar high-volume, multi-kitchen role (essential)
Strong leadership and people development skills
Passion for food and developing future talent
Calm, organised, and adaptable
Confident with systems, stock control, and reporting
Strong understanding of food costing, margins, and budgeting
What's in It for You? Excellent work-life balance
Mainly Monday-Friday working
No split shifts / no regular late nights
Free meal on shift
Training, apprenticeships & clear career pathways
Opportunities to work on large-scale events
Perks for Work benefits platform
Genuine progression opportunities within ESS
We 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 meals
Onsite free car parking
Contributory pension scheme
Grow your career with our Career Pathways and MyLearning programmes
Quick access for you and your immediate family to a Digital GP, and wider healthcare benefits
Exclusive travel discounts with TUI, Expedia, Booking.com and many more
Save money on your food shop with discounts on Tesco, Sainsbury's, Morrisons and many more
Up to 44% off cinema tickets to enjoy your favourite blockbuster
Receive cash rewards every time you spend and use them on a wide range of brands
Un-wind with us with free wellness, mindfulness and exercise classes
You can share all discounts and offers with your friends and families
About Us
Part 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/2701/94611001/52782354/R/SU #Defence
Compass 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!
TPBN1_UKCT