Chef - Defence Services Kitchen Leader

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

Job summary

ESS – Defence, Energy and Government Services in Swindon is seeking an ambitious Chef to join our defence-focused catering team on a full-time contract of 36.25 hours per week. You will prepare and serve high-quality meals, support menu development, and ensure compliance with hygiene standards in a fast-paced environment.

You’ll work a 5-out-of-7 shift pattern and contribute to delivering exceptional food experiences for Defence clients and customers across the site.

Qualifications

• Experience supervising a team in a high-volume kitchen.
• Hold a Food Hygiene certificate.
• Proven track record in a similar Chef role.
• Flexible approach to working hours.

Responsibilities

• Preparing high-quality food for clients and customers.
• Overseeing and implementing menu changes.
• Identifying opportunities to improve food services.
• Listening to customer feedback to drive improvements.
• Supporting creation of new menus and concepts.
• Representing Defence and maintaining a positive brand image.
• Monitoring inventories and stock levels.
• Ensuring kitchen hygiene and safety compliance.

Skills

Team leadership

Food Hygiene

Chef experience

Food preparation

Flexible working

Education

Culinary training

Job description

ESS – Defence, Energy and Government Services in Swindon is seeking an ambitious Chef to join our defence-focused catering team on a full-time contract of 36.25 hours per week. You will prepare and serve high-quality meals, support menu development, and ensure compliance with hygiene standards in a fast-paced environment.

You’ll work a 5-out-of-7 shift pattern and contribute to delivering exceptional food experiences for Defence clients and customers across the site.