Chef/Cook

ESS – Defence, Energy and Government Services; Liss; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

ESS – Defence, Energy and Government Services is recruiting a dedicated Chef/Cook (Zero Hours) to support Defence operations on a permanent casual basis, contracted to 0 hours per week. This role focuses on high-quality cooking, menu development, and customer service while maintaining kitchen hygiene and compliance with regulations.

The ideal candidate will hold City & Guilds 706/1 & 2 or NVQ equivalent, a Food Hygiene certificate, and have experience supervising a kitchen team.

Qualifications

• Passion for high-quality cooking and customer service.
• City & Guilds 706/1 & 2 or NVQ equivalent.
• Experience supervising a kitchen team.
• Experience in a similar chef role.
• Hold a Food Hygiene certificate.
• Flexible to cover variable shifts.

Responsibilities

• Prepare high-quality food that delights clients.
• Oversee and implement menu changes.
• Identify opportunities to improve food services.
• Listen to customer feedback to improve service.
• Assist with creating new menus and concepts.
• Represent Defence and uphold brand image.
• Monitor kitchen inventories.
• Oversee kitchen cleaning to maintain hygiene.
• Complying with Food Handling, Hygiene and Health and Satefty regulations

Skills

Be passionate about great-tasting food

Exceptional customer service

Team supervision

Experience in similar Chef role

Food Hygiene certificate

Flexible working

Education

City & Guilds 706/1 & 2 or NVQ equivalent

Job description

We're currently recruiting a dedicated Chef/Cook (Zero Hours) to help ensure the smooth running of the operations in Defence on a permanent casual basis, contracted to 0 hours per week.

As a Chef/Cook (Zero Hours), you will use your skills to maintain a high standard of quality work. In return, you will have the chance to progress your career with 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: Variable shifts.

Could you bring your spark to Defence? Here's what you need to know before applying:

Your Key Responsibilities Will Include

• 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 Satefty 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


• 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.

Job Reference: com/1809/86998001/52808967/WJ #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!