Site Executive Chef

ESS; Albrighton; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading catering company is seeking a Site Executive Chef to lead their operations at RAF Cosford. This role requires hands-on leadership across multiple kitchens and a proven background in managing high-volume meal services. Ideal candidates will possess strong leadership skills, along with a passion for food and development. This position offers excellent work-life balance, mainly Monday-Friday hours, and a comprehensive benefits package, including free meals and career development opportunities.

Benefits

Free meals

Onsite free car parking

Contributory pension scheme

Career Pathways and MyLearning programmes

Digital GP access and healthcare benefits

Exclusive travel discounts

Discounts on grocery shopping

Cinema ticket discounts

Cash rewards for spending

Wellness and mindfulness classes

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a similar high-volume, multi-kitchen role is essential.
• Strong leadership and people development skills required.
• Confident with systems, stock control, and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Lead catering operations at RAF Cosford.
• Menu planning aligned to ESS frameworks and customer needs.
• Ensure compliance with HACCP, food safety, and allergen management.

Skills

Leadership

Menu planning

Food quality management

Stock control

Budgeting

Tools

Catering systems

Job description

Site Executive Chef

Location: RAF Cosford, WV7 3EX

Salary: 38,191 per annum

Hours: 39 hours per week

Working Pattern

Mainly Monday-Friday (occasional weekends / late finishes)

Looking for a senior chef role with real work‑life balance?

ESS are recruiting a Site Executive Chef to lead catering operations at RAF Cosford , a large, fully operational military site serving 800-1,000 meals daily across multiple kitchens.

Most ESS Military sites operate on

• no split shifts and no regular late nights.

Service Times

Breakfast: 06:00 - 08:00

Lunch: 11:30 - 13:30

Evening Meal: 16:30 - 20:00

The Role

Hands‑on leadership across multiple kitchens

Menu planning aligned to ESS frameworks and customer needs

Maintain food quality, consistency, and presentation

Lead, develop, and inspire a team of around

Deliver functions-related events as required[?]

Ensure full compliance with HACCP, food safety, and allergen management

Drive GP, labour, and food cost targets

Use catering systems effectively - computer literacy essential

Support apprenticeships, career pathways and the Junior Chef Academy

Flexible approach to meet operational academy needs

About You

Proven experience in a similar high‑volume, multi‑kitchen role (essential)

Strong leadership and people development skills

Passion for food and developing future talent

Calm, organised, and adaptable

Confident with systems, stock control, and reporting

Strong understanding of food costing, margins, and budgeting

What's in It for You?

Excellent work‑life balance

Mainly Monday‑Friday working

No split shifts / no regular late nights

Free meal on shift

Training, apprenticeships& clear career pathways

Opportunities to work on large‑scale events

Perks for Work benefits platform

Genuine progression opportunities within ESS

We ensure you're rewarded for all your hard work, which is why we offer a comprehensive benefits package which includes but is not limited to:

• Free meals
• Onsite free car parking
• Contributory pension scheme
• Grow your career with our Career Pathways and MyLearning programmes
• Quick access for you and your immediate family to a Digital GP and wider healthcare benefits
• Exclusive travel discounts with TUI, Expedia, Booking.com and many more
• Save money on your food shop with discounts on Tesco, Sainsbury's年以来, Morrisons and many more
• Up to 44% off cinema tickets to enjoy your favourite blockbuster
• Receive cash rewards every time you spend and use them on a wide range of brands
• Unwind with us with free wellness, mindfulness and exercise classes
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About Us

Part of Compass Group UK&I, ESS is the Defence, Government, and Energy services sector of Compass Group UK & Ireland. We support 250+ UK military establishments, high‑profile police, secure environments, and government sites, along with a range of onshore and offshore facilities including platforms, drilling rigs, floatels and offices for the energy sector. We know that a friendly face makes all the difference, so we look for people who are passionate about delivering excellent customer service, at all levels, to join our teams.