Ambitious Chef — Menu Innovator & Team Leader

ESS – Defence, Energy and Government Services; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

ESS – Defence, Energy and Government Services in the United Kingdom is seeking a capable Chef for a full-time role contracted to 35 hours per week. You will prepare and serve high-quality food for defence clients, while upholding Compass Group UK&I standards and brand values.

The role involves shifting patterns, menu changes, inventory checks and ensuring hygiene compliance. Applicants should hold City & Guilds 706/1 & 2 or NVQ, plus Food Hygiene certification and experience supervising a team.

Qualifications

• City & Guilds 706/1 & 2 or NVQ equivalent
• Food Hygiene certificate
• Experience supervising a team

Responsibilities

• Preparing delicious, high-quality food that delights our clients and customers
• Overseeing and implementing menu changes
• Identifying opportunities to improve our food services
• Listening and acting on customer feedback to consistently improve our food services
• Supporting with the creation of new menus and creative food concepts
• Representing Defence and maintaining a positive brand image
• Monitoring inventories to keep our kitchens well-stocked
• Overseeing kitchen cleaning responsibilities to maintain hygiene standards
• Complying with Food Handling, Hygiene and Health and Safety regulations

Skills

Passion for food

Customer service

Team supervision

Flexible working

Education

City & Guilds 706/1 & 2 or NVQ equivalent

Food Hygiene certificate

Job description

ESS – Defence, Energy and Government Services in the United Kingdom is seeking a capable Chef for a full-time role contracted to 35 hours per week. You will prepare and serve high-quality food for defence clients, while upholding Compass Group UK&I standards and brand values.

The role involves shifting patterns, menu changes, inventory checks and ensuring hygiene compliance. Applicants should hold City & Guilds 706/1 & 2 or NVQ, plus Food Hygiene certification and experience supervising a team.