Chef

Compass Group UK; Tetford; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food service company in the UK is seeking a dedicated Chef for Defence Catering. The role involves preparing and serving exceptional food, overseeing kitchen operations, and ensuring compliance with health regulations. The ideal candidate will have previous experience in a Chef role, good team supervision skills, and relevant culinary qualifications. This position offers a full-time schedule with opportunities for career growth, along with a comprehensive benefits package including healthcare, discounts, and wellness programs.

Benefits

Contributory pension scheme

Digital GP access and healthcare benefits

Exclusive travel discounts

Food shop discounts

Cinema ticket discounts

Cash rewards for spending

Free wellness and exercise classes

Qualifications

• Experience supervising a team in a kitchen environment.
• Previous experience in a similar Chef role is essential.

Responsibilities

• Prepare high-quality food that delights clients and customers.
• Oversee and implement changes to the menu.
• Act on customer feedback to improve food services.
• Comply with food safety and hygiene regulations.

Skills

Passion for great-tasting food

Exceptional customer service

Flexible and positive approach

Education

City & Guilds 706/1 & 2 or NVQ equivalent

Food Hygiene certificate

Job description

Chef - Defence Catering

Unit Name: TESC West Tofts
Sector: ESS, DMA
Hours: 37.5 per week, 5 out of 7 days
Pay: £16.75 per hour

We’re currently recruiting an ambitious Chef to join our team at TESC West Tofts, supporting the ESS, DMA sector in delivering exceptional food experiences for Defence on a full-time basis. In this role, you’ll prepare and serve food that brightens our clients’ and customers’ days, all while working for the UK’s market-leading food service company. You’ll have every opportunity to develop your career with an organisation that invests in its people, celebrates individuality, and recognises those who go beyond the plate.

Shift Pattern: Variable shifts, working 5 out of 7 days.

Key Responsibilities

• Preparing delicious, high-quality food that delights clients and customers
• Overseeing and implementing menu changes
• Identifying opportunities to enhance our food services
• Acting on customer feedback to drive continuous improvement
• Supporting the development of new menus and creative food concepts
• Representing Defence and maintaining a positive brand image
• Monitoring stock levels to ensure kitchens remain well-supplied
• Overseeing kitchen cleaning duties to maintain hygiene standards
• Complying with Food Handling, Hygiene and Health & Safety regulations

Our Ideal Chef Will

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

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.

Job Reference: com/0212/86994001/52758546/R/SU #Defence

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!