Sous Chef

Compass Group UK; Wareham; On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the food service industry is seeking a Sous Chef for Allenby Barracks. The ideal candidate will be passionate about food, create a positive work environment, and ensure high-quality service. Responsibilities include food preparation, team support, and maintaining hygiene standards. Join a supportive team that values excellence and offers various benefits.

Benefits

Contributory pension scheme

Career development through Career Pathways

Access to healthcare benefits

Travel discounts

Food shopping discounts

Cinema ticket discounts

Cash rewards on spending

Free wellness classes

Share discounts with friends and family

Qualifications

• Strong communicator and relationship builder.
• Passionate about great-tasting food.

Responsibilities

• Preparing high-quality food that delights clients.
• Managing food ordering, stock control, and reducing waste.
• Complying with Food Handling and Hygiene standards.

Skills

Communication

Customer-focused decisions

Reliability

Punctuality

Teamwork

Job description

Sous Chef - Allenby Barracks

• £17.25 Per Hour
• 37.5 Hours Per Week
• 5 days per week

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Preparing high-quality food that delights clients and customers
• Identifying opportunities to improve food service
• Creating a positive kitchen environment where your team feels welcomed and supported
• Supporting the team in delivering food concepts to customers
• Representing Compass Group UK&I and maintaining a positive brand image
• Managing food ordering, stock control, and reducing food waste
• Overseeing kitchen cleaning to maintain hygiene standards
• Assisting with budget management and meeting financial targets
• Complying with Food Handling, Hygiene, and Health & Safety standards

Our ideal Sous Chef will:

• Create a positive work environment for the team
• Be a strong communicator and relationship builder
• Strive for excellence with motivation and initiative
• Make customer-focused decisions
• Be committed to success in the role
• Work well under pressure
• Demonstrate reliability and punctuality
• Be passionate about great-tasting food

Benefits include but are not limited to:

• Contributory pension scheme
• Career development through Career Pathways and MyLearning
• Access to healthcare benefits including Digital GP
• Travel discounts with TUI, Expedia, Booking.com, and others
• Food shopping discounts at Tesco, Sainsbury's, Morrisons, etc.
• Up to 44% off cinema tickets
• Cash rewards on spending and brand offers
• Free wellness, mindfulness, and exercise classes
• Share discounts and offers with friends and family

About Us

Part of Compass Group UK&I, ESS supports military, police, secure environments, government sites, and energy sector facilities across the UK. We value passionate individuals committed to excellent customer service. We foster an inclusive environment that respects diversity and promotes equal opportunities for all team members.