Chef

Compass Group; Liss; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading catering service provider is seeking a skilled Chef for Longmoor Camp. You will prepare meals for around 400 service personnel, working in a supportive team of 16. This full-time role offers various shifts in a busy kitchen environment and includes a competitive hourly rate of £15.25. Ideally, candidates will have high-volume catering experience and strong food hygiene knowledge. Benefits include free meals on shift and career development opportunities.

Benefits

Free meals on shift

Free on-site parking

Uniforms provided

Career development opportunities

Supportive team culture

Contributory pension scheme

Healthcare benefits

Exclusive travel discounts

Discounts on groceries

Cinema ticket discounts

Wellness classes

Qualifications

• Experience in a previous high-volume catering or chef role is essential.
• Strong understanding of food hygiene and kitchen safety standards.
• Excellent teamwork and communication skills are required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve high-quality meals for around 400 Service Personnel.
• Work across two kitchens on-site as part of a strong team.
• Maintain kitchen hygiene and safety standards.

Skills

High-volume catering experience

Food hygiene knowledge

Teamwork skills

Communication skills

Flexibility and reliability

Education

NVQ Level 2 or equivalent

Job description

Chef – Longmoor Camp (ESS – Compass Group)

Location: Longmoor Camp
Salary: £15.25 per hour
Hours: 40 hours per week (full-time, site-based)
Shift Pattern: 5 days over 7, mixture of earlies and lates

About the Role

We’re looking for two skilled and motivated Chefs to join our catering team at Longmoor Camp, part of the ESS – Compass Group.
You’ll be responsible for preparing and serving high-quality meals for around 400 Service Personnel, working across two kitchens on-site as part of a strong team of 16.

This is a full-time, site-based role offering a balance of early and late shifts in a busy, rewarding environment.

Shift Details

• Early Shift: 05:00 – 13:30
• Late Shift: 10:30 – 19:00
• Pattern: 5 days over 7

Meal Service Times

• Breakfast: 07:00 – 08:00
• Lunch: 12:00 – 15:00
• Evening Meal: 17:00 – 18:00

Experience and Qualifications

• Experience in a previous high-volume catering or chef role – essential
• Relevant qualification (e.g., NVQ Level 2 or equivalent) – desirable
• Strong understanding of food hygiene and kitchen safety standards
• Excellent teamwork and communication skills
• Flexible and reliable with a positive attitude

Benefits

• £15.25 per hour, 40 hours per week
• Free meals on shift
• Free on-site parking
• Uniforms provided
• Career development and training opportunities with ESS – Compass Group
• Supportive team culture and stable working environment

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.

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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!