Chef - CTCRM Lympstone Employer: ESS - Compass Group UK & Ireland Pay & Hours £14.25 per hour 40-hour contract (5 days over 7) Alternate weekends off ✅ No split shifts or late nights Shift options: Early shift - 05:00 to 13:30 Late shift - 10:30 to 19:00 Benefits Set leave periods: 2 weeks at Easter 3 weeks in Summer 2 weeks at Christmas Uniform provided ️ Free meals while on shift Free on-site parking Accessible by public transport (train or bus) ️ Free use of gym facilities Free use of swimming pool Access to Perks at Work discounts platform Aviva Healthcare plan Company pension schemes Holiday purchase scheme Career development and progression opportunities within ESS About the Role We’re looking for a skilled and motivated Chef to join our catering team at CTCRM Lympstone. You’ll be preparing and serving nutritious, high-quality meals for service personnel, ensuring every dish meets our high standards. Working with ESS, part of Compass Group UK & Ireland, you’ll enjoy a supportive environment that values teamwork, balance, and growth. Key Responsibilities Prepare, cook, and present meals to a consistently high standard Support menu planning and food ordering Maintain food safety and hygiene standards Work collaboratively within a professional kitchen team Ensure smooth and efficient service during all meal periods Contribute to a positive, team-focused environment What We’re Looking For Previous experience in a similar chef or catering role Passion for great food and quality service ❤️ Strong organisational and communication skills Flexibility to work early or late shifts, including alternate weekends NVQ Level 2/3 or City & Guilds 706/1 & 2 (desirable) Food Hygiene Certificate 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: 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/0310/95510001/52341299/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!