Sous Chef

 Location: RNAS Yeovilton
 Salary: £15.73 per hour + Compass Benefits
 Hours: 37.5 per week | 5 days over 7
Employer: ESS - Part of Compass Group UK & Ireland

We're looking for a passionate and motivated Sous Chef to join our dynamic team at RNAS Yeovilton!
Working with ESS, part of Compass Group UK & Ireland, you'll help deliver outstanding food and service in a rewarding environment where teamwork and quality are everything.

As Sous Chef, you'll support the Head Chef in managing the kitchen day-to-day - ensuring delicious, beautifully presented dishes are served every time. This is a hands-on role for someone who loves cooking, leading, and creating a positive kitchen atmosphere!

Oversee all kitchen operations when the Head Chef is away
Ensure every dish meets our high standards of quality and presentation
Maintain top-tier food safety and hygiene practices
Lead by example to keep the kitchen spotless and efficient
Motivate, support, and guide kitchen staff with a hands-on approach
Assist with recruitment and training of chefs and kitchen porters
Communicate regularly with the Head Chef regarding stock and supplies

Previous experience in a similar role is preferred (but not essential!)
Great communication and leadership skills
Able to handle manual tasks like lifting and moving stock
Confident using Microsoft Office and Outlook
A passion for food, teamwork, and high standards!

We believe hard work deserves great rewards! Enjoy our fantastic Compass Benefits package:

Contributory pension scheme
Career growth through Career Pathways and MyLearning programmes
Quick access for you and your family to a Digital GP and healthcare benefits
Exclusive travel discounts with TUI, Expedia, Booking.com & more
Save on your food shop with discounts at Tesco, Sainsbury's, Morrisons & others
Up to 44% off cinema tickets for your next blockbuster night
Cashback rewards every time you spend
Free wellness, mindfulness & exercise classes
Share discounts and offers with friends and family

ESS is part of Compass Group UK & Ireland, the UK's leading provider of catering and support services.
We proudly serve the Defence, Government, and Energy sectors - supporting over 250+ military and government sites, from bases and rigs to offices and secure facilities.

We're all about great food, great service, and great people

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/2710/95875001/52692467/R/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!