Chef/Cook

2 weeks ago

Gravesend, Kent, United Kingdom Compass Group UK Full time

We're currently looking for a Chef/Cook to bring their culinary skills to Defence on a full-time basis, contracted to 35 hours per week.

As a Chef/Cook, you'll play a key role in supporting our talented culinary teams in creating and serving delicious food that delights our clients and customers. Your efforts will contribute to providing dining experiences that cater to various tastes and dietary needs. In return, you'll have ample opportunities to advance your career in the food service industry with a leading company.

We highly value your hard work, and to show our appreciation, we offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

  • Free meal or equivalent Subsidy to help during the cost of living crisis
  • Exclusive travel discounts with top companies like TUI and Expedia
  • Discounts on leading supermarkets like Tesco, Sainsbury's, and Morrisons
  • Access to a Digital GP and other healthcare benefits for you and your family
  • Discounted cinema tickets and regular savings offers
  • Cash rewards on spending, usable across various brands
  • Free wellness, mindfulness, and exercise classes
  • Opportunity to share discounts with friends and family
  • Contributory pension scheme
  • Career development through Career Pathways and MyLearning programmes

If you're ready to take on the role of a Chef/Cook, with all the necessary qualifications, we have everything you need to cook up a successful career.


Your key responsibilities will include:
  • Preparing high-quality, customer-pleasing food
  • Collaborating with the team to serve delicious meals
  • Identifying ways to enhance menus and services
  • Upholding a positive brand image through exceptional customer service
  • Monitoring and minimizing food wastage
  • Assisting with kitchen organization, stocking, and cleaning
  • Adhering to Food Handling & Hygiene standards
  • Following Health & Safety regulations

Our ideal Chef/Cook will:
  • Have a strong passion for top-notch food and service
  • Possess relevant experience in a similar role
  • Excel as a team player with excellent communication abilities
  • Demonstrate knowledge of Food Handling & Hygiene standards
  • Be adaptable in their work approach

Being part of Compass Group UK&I, ESS operates within the Defence, Government, and Energy services sector of Compass Group UK & Ireland. We provide services to over 250 UK military establishments, prominent police forces, secure environments, government sites, as well as a range of onshore and offshore facilities within the energy sector.

We recognize the significance of friendly and excellent customer service, and we seek individuals who share this passion across all levels of our teams.


Job Reference:

Our aim at Compass Group UK&I is to foster an inclusive work environment where everyone has the opportunity to progress and be their authentic selves. We strive to build a culture that values and respects each individual's unique talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and capabilities, enabling our colleagues to achieve their full potential and thrive. Diversity is at the core of our strength.

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