Chef

Compass Group PLC; Beachley; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Contributory pension

Career Pathways program

Digital GP and wider healthcare

Travel discounts (TUI, Expedia, etc.)

Grocery discounts (Tesco, Sainsbury's,

Morrisons)

Cinema discounts (up to 44%)

Cash rewards on purchases

Wellness and mindfulness classes

Job summary

Compass Group UK&I ESS is recruiting a Chef on a full-time basis (37.5 hours/week) to support Defence food services. You will prepare and serve high-quality meals, oversee menu changes, and help drive improvements across the operation while maintaining strong customer service and brand standards.

The role involves shift patterns of 5 days out of 7. We are looking for someone with City & Guilds 706/1 & 2 or NVQ equivalent, a Food Hygiene certificate, and proven team supervision experience.

Qualifications

• Must have City & Guilds 706/1 & 2 or NVQ equivalent.
• Must hold a Food Hygiene certificate.
• Experience supervising a team is required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare high-quality food that delights clients and customers.
• Oversee and implement menu changes.
• Identify opportunities to improve food services.

Skills

Team supervision

Food service experience

Customer service

Flexible working

Food quality

Education

City & Guilds 706/1 & 2

NVQ equivalent

Food Hygiene certificate

Job description

We're currently recruiting an ambitious Chef to help us create exceptional food experiences for Defence on a full time basis contracted to 37.5 hours per week. As a Chef, you will be responsible for preparing and serving the kind of food that truly brightens our clients' and customers' days, all within the market-leading food service company in the UK. You'll get given every opportunity to progress within a company that invests in its people, celebrates individuality, and rewards and recognises employees who go beyond the plate. Here's an idea of what your shift patterns will be: 5 out of 7 days.

• 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
• Be passionate about great-tasting food and exceptional customer service
• Hold a City & Guilds 706/1 & 2 or NVQ equivalent
• Have experience supervising a team
• Have experience in a similar Chef role
• Hold a Food Hygiene certificate
• Have a flexible approach to working

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.

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
• Please note: This role is contracted to weeks per year