Responsibilities
* Support the Head Chef with day-to-day kitchen operations
* Prepare, cook, and serve high-quality meals to service standards
* Supervise and motivate kitchen staff, ensuring consistency and teamwork
* Maintain excellent food hygiene and safety standards
* Assist with menu planning, stock control, and allergen management
* Deliver quality and efficiency across all shift patterns
Qualifications
* Proven 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 skills
* Passion for great food and quality service
Availability
* Flexible and reliable, able to work early, mid, and late shifts
Company Overview
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.
Shift Patterns
* Early: 06:00-12:00
* Late: 11:00-16:30
* Working 2 weekends in every 4
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:
Benefits
* 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
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