Senior Sous Chef - High-Volume Defence Kitchen Lead

Compass Group UK; Yeovil; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Contributory pension

Career development pathways

Digital GP & wider healthcare

Travel discounts

Groceries discounts

Cinema discounts

Cash rewards

Wellness & fitness

Family discounts

Job summary

Compass Group UK&I is seeking an experienced Sous Chef to support the delivery of high-quality food services at RNAS Yeovilton. You will lead the kitchen team, ensure top standards, and drive continuous improvement in a fast-paced environment.

The role offers a stable, rewarding career with development opportunities and a comprehensive benefits package as part of Compass Group UK&I. If you’re passionate about food and leadership, we’d love to hear from you.

Qualifications

• Previous Sous Chef or senior chef experience.
• Strong leadership and team development skills.
• Organised, proactive and calm under pressure.
• Experience within a high-volume catering environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily kitchen operations and support hospitality functions.
• Prepare and deliver high-quality meals to consistently high standards.
• Train, develop, and motivate the kitchen team.
• Manage stock, ordering, food costs, and waste control.
• Ensure compliance with Food Safety and Health & Safety regulations.
• Maintain exceptional standards of food quality, presentation, and service.

Skills

Kitchen leadership

Team development

High-volume catering

Organised

Job description

Compass Group UK&I is seeking an experienced Sous Chef to support the delivery of high-quality food services at RNAS Yeovilton. You will lead the kitchen team, ensure top standards, and drive continuous improvement in a fast-paced environment.

The role offers a stable, rewarding career with development opportunities and a comprehensive benefits package as part of Compass Group UK&I. If you’re passionate about food and leadership, we’d love to hear from you.