ESS – Defence, Energy and Government Services
Sous Chef
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Sous Chef
Sous Chef
We’re looking for an experienced, hands-on Sous Chef to lead our catering operation. This is a fantastic opportunity for a strong kitchen leader who enjoys being on the tools, supporting their team, and delivering high-quality food in a fast-paced, structured environment.
You’ll be responsible for daily feeding and function activities while leading and developing a dedicated team.
Responsibilities
- Preparing and delivering high-quality, nutritious meals for Service Personnel
- Leading from the front in a hands-on Sous Chef role
- Managing daily feeding and function activities
- Supporting, motivating, and developing a team
- Ensuring excellent food presentation, consistency, and service standards
- Managing food ordering, stock control, and minimising waste ♻️
- Maintaining the highest standards of food hygiene, cleanliness, and safety
- Managing budgets and ensuring financial targets are met
- Ensuring full compliance with Food Safety and Health & Safety regulations
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Requirements
- Proven experience in a Sous Chef or Senior Chef role
- A hands-on leader who enjoys working alongside their team
- Strong organisational and communication skills
- The ability to manage a small team effectively and responsibly
- Calm under pressure and confident in a high-volume catering environment
- Reliable, flexible, and able to adapt to changing weekly schedules
- A safety-first mindset with a genuine passion for food
Benefits
We ensure you're rewarded for all your hard work. Our comprehensive benefits package includes:
- Contributory pension scheme
- Professional development through Career Pathways and MyLearning programmes
- Digital GP access for you and your immediate family, plus wider healthcare benefits
- Exclusive travel discounts with TUI, Expedia, Booking.com, and more
- Savings on food shopping with discounts at Tesco, Sainsbury’s, Morrisons, etc.
- Up to 44% off cinema tickets
- Cash rewards for every spend, usable on a wide range of brands
- Free wellness, mindfulness, and exercise classes
- Ability to share discounts and offers with friends and family
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About Us
Part of Compass Group UK&I, ESS supports 250+ UK military establishments, police stations, secure environments, government facilities, and energy sector sites, including offshore platforms, drilling rigs, and floatels.
We prioritise excellent customer service and seek passionate individuals to join our teams.
Job Reference: com/0207/95281001/52396123/SU #Defence
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