Creative Chef | Menu Innovation & Kitchen Leadership

ESS – Defence, Energy and Government Services; England; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

ESS – Defence, Energy and Government Services in the Defence sector seeks a committed Chef to craft high-quality meals for clients across UK sites. The role is full-time (37.5 hours) and focuses on delivering great food experiences in a market-leading contract.

You will lead menu development, manage stock, ensure hygiene and safety, and support with new concepts while upholding Defence brand standards. The ideal candidate holds City & Guilds 706/1 & 2 or NVQ, a Food Hygiene certificate, and has

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Team supervision

Customer service

Food preparation

Flexible working

Education

City & Guilds 706/1 & 2 or NVQ

Food Hygiene certificate

Job description

ESS – Defence, Energy and Government Services in the Defence sector seeks a committed Chef to craft high-quality meals for clients across UK sites. The role is full-time (37.5 hours) and focuses on delivering great food experiences in a market-leading contract.

You will lead menu development, manage stock, ensure hygiene and safety, and support with new concepts while upholding Defence brand standards. The ideal candidate holds City & Guilds 706/1 & 2 or NVQ, a Food Hygiene certificate, and has