Chef de Partie: Creative Kitchen Lead for Defence Sites

ESS – Defence, Energy and Government Services; Wyton; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Contributory pension scheme

Career Pathways and MyLearning

Digital GP and wider healthcare

Exclusive travel discounts

Discounts on groceries

Cinema discounts

Cash rewards program

Wellness and mindfulness classes

Friends & family discounts

Job summary

ESS – Defence, Energy and Government Services is seeking a Chef de Partie on a full-time basis (40 hours per week) to deliver high-quality food for Defence clients in the UK. You will prepare meals, support menu development, and uphold strict hygiene and safety standards.

The ideal candidate will hold City & Guilds 706/1 & 2 or NVQ equivalent, have team supervision experience, and a valid Food Hygiene certificate, with a flexible approach to shifts.

Qualifications

• City & Guilds 706/1 & 2 or NVQ equivalent required.
• Experience supervising a team is essential.
• Experience in a similar Chef role is expected.
• Hold a Food Hygiene certificate.
• Flexible approach to working patterns.

Responsibilities

• Prepare delicious, high-quality food that delights clients.
• Oversee and implement menu changes.
• Identify opportunities to improve food services.
• Listen to customer feedback to improve services.
• Assist with creation of new menus and concepts.
• Represent Defence and maintain a positive brand image.
• Monitor inventories to keep kitchens well-stocked.
• Oversee kitchen cleaning to maintain hygiene.
• Comply with Food Handling, Hygiene and Health & Safety regulations.

Skills

Passion for food

Team supervision

Food Hygiene certificate

Flexible working

Relevant experience

Education

City & Guilds 706/1 & 2 or NVQ equivalent

Job description

ESS – Defence, Energy and Government Services is seeking a Chef de Partie on a full-time basis (40 hours per week) to deliver high-quality food for Defence clients in the UK. You will prepare meals, support menu development, and uphold strict hygiene and safety standards.

The ideal candidate will hold City & Guilds 706/1 & 2 or NVQ equivalent, have team supervision experience, and a valid Food Hygiene certificate, with a flexible approach to shifts.