Defence Chef: Lead Menus & Great Food (Variable Shifts)

ESS – Defence, Energy and Government Services; Lichfield; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

ESS – Defence, Energy and Government Services in the United Kingdom is seeking a dedicated Chef for a full-time role (37.5 hours per week) to deliver high-quality meals for Defence clients. You will lead kitchen operations, implement menu changes, and ensure exceptional service while upholding strict hygiene standards and brand integrity.

You should be a motivated team leader with City & Guilds 706/1 & 2 or NVQ equivalent, a Food Hygiene certificate, and a flexible approach to shifts.

Qualifications

• Hold 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 approach to working.

Responsibilities

• Preparing delicious, high-quality food that delights clients and customers.
• Overseeing and implementing menu changes.
• Identifying opportunities to improve food services.
• Listening and acting on customer feedback to improve services.
• Supporting with creation of new menus and concepts.
• Representing Defence and maintaining a positive brand image.
• Monitoring inventories to keep kitchens well-stocked.
• Overseeing kitchen cleaning to maintain hygiene standards.
• Complying with Food Handling, Hygiene and Health and Safety regulations.

Skills

Food preparation

Team supervision

Food hygiene certificate

Menu development

Customer service

Education

City & Guilds 706/1 & 2 or NVQ equivalent

Job description

ESS – Defence, Energy and Government Services in the United Kingdom is seeking a dedicated Chef for a full-time role (37.5 hours per week) to deliver high-quality meals for Defence clients. You will lead kitchen operations, implement menu changes, and ensure exceptional service while upholding strict hygiene standards and brand integrity.

You should be a motivated team leader with City & Guilds 706/1 & 2 or NVQ equivalent, a Food Hygiene certificate, and a flexible approach to shifts.