ESS – Defence, Energy and Government Services
Sous Chef
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Sous Chef – Prince William of Gloucester Barracks
Location: Prince William of Gloucester Barracks
Salary: £30,200 per annum (based on 37.5 hours per week)
Hours: 37.5 per week
Working Pattern: 5 days over 7, between 6am and 8pm (rota basis)
About The Role
We are looking for a talented and driven Sous Chef to join our catering team within a professional Defence environment. This is an exciting opportunity to step into a key leadership position, working closely with the Head Chef to deliver consistently high-quality, nutritious meals to service personnel.
Key Responsibilities
Support the Head Chef in the daily running of the kitchen Prepare, cook, and serve high-quality meals across all services Lead, supervise, and inspire the kitchen team Maintain excellent food hygiene, safety, and cleanliness standards Assist with menu planning, stock control, ordering, and allergen management Ensure smooth and efficient service across all shift patterns Uphold and continuously improve culinary standards
About You
Proven experience in a similar role (Sous Chef or Senior Chef de Partie) Relevant culinary qualifications (City & Guilds, NVQ, or equivalent) – desirable Strong leadership, communication, and organisational skills Passionate about food quality and service excellence Flexible, reliable, and comfortable working early, mid, and late shifts
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Benefits
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:
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, 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 Un-wind with us with free wellness, mindfulness and exercise classes You can share all discounts and offers with your friends and families
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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.
Job Reference: com/1706/95127001/52218205/SU #Defence
Compass Group UK&I is committed to fostering an environment where every individual can truly be themselves at work and has equal opportunities to advance in their careers. We strive to build a culture that respects and celebrates the unique talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and abilities of all our team members. We want our colleagues to feel valued, empowered to reach their full potential, and to thrive - because diversity is our strength!
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