Head Chef – Gibraltar Barracks, MinleySalary: £39,460 per annumHours: 40 hours per week | 5 days out of 7Shift Pattern: A mixture of early and late shiftsEarly: 06:00 – 14:30Late: 12:00 – 20:00About the RoleWe are looking for an experienced and motivated Head Chef to lead the day-to-day catering operation at Gibraltar Barracks, Minley. This is a hands-on leadership role, responsible for delivering high-quality food across daily services, functions, and events, while running and developing a skilled kitchen team.You will have strong financial acumen, ensuring budgets, stock, and food costs are effectively managed, while maintaining excellent service standards.Service TimesBreakfast: 07:00 – 09:00Lunch: 12:00 – 14:00Evening Meal: 18:45 – 19:45Key ResponsibilitiesLead and manage the kitchen team, creating a positive, inclusive, and professional working environmentSupport, train, and develop your team to reach their full potentialDeliver delicious, high-quality food that delights clients and customersOversee day-to-day catering operations, including feeding, functions, and eventsDrive continuous improvement in food quality, presentation, and serviceManage ordering, stock control, food waste, and cost controlTake full ownership of budgets and successfully meet financial targetsEnsure all food safety, hygiene, and health & safety standards are metMaintain high standards of cleanliness and kitchen organisationRepresent Compass Group UK&I with a strong and positive brand presenceAbout YouProven experience in a similar Head Chef roleStrong leadership skills with the ability to run, motivate, and develop a teamExcellent financial acumen with experience managing budgets and costsA confident communicator who builds strong working relationshipsPassionate about food and delivering excellenceAble to work calmly and effectively under pressureProactive, organised, and decisive with a customer-focused mindsetReliable, punctual, and committed to high standardsA safety-first approach at all timesWe 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:Exclusive travel discounts with TUI, Expedia, Booking.com and many moreSave money on your food shop with discounts on Tesco, Sainsbury\'s, Morrisons and many moreQuick access for you and your immediate family to a Digital GP, and wider healthcare benefitsUp to 44% off cinema tickets to enjoy your favourite blockbusterRegular emails filled with the best discounts and savings availableReceive 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 familiesContributory pension schemeGrow your career with our Career Pathways and MyLearning programmesAbout 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.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!