Job Description

Chef - RNAS Yeovilton ?

14.73 per hour | 37.5 hours per week | 5 days over 7

Employer: ESS - Compass Group UK & Ireland

Pay & Hours

14.73 per hour 37.5 hours per week (5 out of 7 days) 1 weekend in 4 (on a rotating rota) 30-minute unpaid break per shift

Early shift:

05:30 - 14:30

Late shift:

10:30 - 18:30

Meal Service Times:

Breakfast - 06:30 to 08:15

Lunch - 11:00 to 13:00

? Evening meal - 17:00 to 18:00

Benefits

? Free meal on shift (up to 2.50 value) Uniform provided On-site parking Career progression opportunities within

ESS

(Compass Group UK & Ireland) Supportive, close-knit kitchen team of 7 across 4 busy kitchens Excellent work-life balance and team environment

About the Role

We're looking for an experienced and motivated

Chef

to join our team at

RNAS Yeovilton

.

You'll work across

four busy kitchens

, preparing fresh, nutritious, and high-quality meals for service personnel throughout the day.


This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a

dedicated team of seven

, working in a professional kitchen environment that values teamwork, pride, and quality.


?

Key Responsibilities

Prepare, cook, and serve high-quality dishes for breakfast, lunch, and dinner Support the Head and Sous Chefs with daily operations and service delivery Maintain excellent food hygiene and safety standards Ensure efficient service and consistent quality across multiple kitchens Work collaboratively as part of a small, professional team

What We're Looking For

Experience essential

in a professional kitchen environment

Qualifications

(e.g. NVQ or City & Guilds) are desirable but not essential Good communication and teamwork skills Reliable, flexible, and passionate about great food and service ?? Ability to work early and late shifts, including 1 weekend in 4

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

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/0710/95875001/52621336/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!