Defence Chef: Menu Innovator & Service Leader

Compass Group UK; Devon and Torbay; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Compass Group UK&I Defence sector is seeking a Chef to lead kitchen operations on a full-time basis (35 hours/week) in a Defence setting. You will prepare high-quality meals, manage menus, and ensure regulatory hygiene and safety standards are met.

The role emphasizes teamwork, customer service, and constant service improvement across facilities. The ideal candidate holds a City & Guilds 706/1 & 2 or NVQ equivalent, with a Food Hygiene certificate and prior supervisory experience.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Prepare delicious, high‑quality food for clients and customers.
• Oversee and implement menu changes.
• Identify opportunities to improve food services.
• Listen to customer feedback and improve services.
• Assist with new menus and creative concepts.
• Represent Defence and maintain a positive brand image.
• Monitor inventories and keep kitchens well stocked.
• Oversee kitchen cleaning and hygiene compliance.

Skills

Team supervision

Customer service

Flexibility

Culinary excellence

Food Hygiene

Education

City & Guilds 706/1 & 2 or NVQ equivalent

Job description

Compass Group UK&I Defence sector is seeking a Chef to lead kitchen operations on a full-time basis (35 hours/week) in a Defence setting. You will prepare high-quality meals, manage menus, and ensure regulatory hygiene and safety standards are met.

The role emphasizes teamwork, customer service, and constant service improvement across facilities. The ideal candidate holds a City & Guilds 706/1 & 2 or NVQ equivalent, with a Food Hygiene certificate and prior supervisory experience.