Chef

Compass Group; Crickhowell; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food service company is seeking an ambitious Chef to create exceptional food experiences for Defence. This full-time role includes responsibilities in food preparation, menu oversight, and ensuring high hygiene standards. Ideal candidates will have a passion for food, supervisory experience, and relevant culinary qualifications.

Benefits

Opportunities for progression

Inclusive work environment

Employee rewards

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar Chef role.
• Passionate about great-tasting food.
• Flexibility in working hours.

Responsibilities

• Prepare high-quality, delicious food.
• Oversee and implement menu changes.
• Ensure compliance with Food Handling and Hygiene regulations.

Skills

Culinary Skills

Customer Service

Team Supervision

Education

City & Guilds 706/1 & 2 or 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 40 hours per week. As a Chef, you will be responsible for preparing and serving food that brightens our clients' and customers' days, within the market-leading food service company in the UK. We offer opportunities for progression within a company that invests in its people, celebrates individuality, and rewards employees who go beyond the plate.

Here's an idea of what your shift patterns will be: Variable shifts.

Could you bring your passion and culinary skill to Defence? Here's what you need to know before applying:

Your key responsibilities will include:

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

Our ideal Chef will:

• 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
• Be flexible in working hours

About Us

Part of Compass Group UK&I, ESS is the Defence, Government, and Energy services sector of Compass Group UK & Ireland. We support over 250 UK military establishments, police, secure environments, government sites, and various onshore and offshore facilities including platforms, drilling rigs, floatels, and offices for the energy sector. We value friendly faces and excellent customer service, seeking passionate individuals to join our teams.

Job Reference: com/2006/95999001/52584383/SU #Defence

Compass Group UK&I is committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone can be themselves and have equal opportunities for career advancement. We celebrate diversity and aim to create a culture where all team members feel valued, empowered, and able to thrive.