Overview
Salary: £14.75 per hour
Shift hours: Full Time
Chef – RNAS Yeovilton
£14.75 per hour | 37.5 hours per week
(5 days out of 7, with varied shifts depending on operational needs)
Bring your passion for great food to one of the UK’s most unique catering environments. We’re looking for an enthusiastic Chef de Partie to join our talented team at RNAS Yeovilton, where you’ll play a key role in delivering fresh, high-quality meals every day.
If you take pride in your craft, enjoy working in a supportive and professional kitchen, and are ready to build your culinary career, we’d love to hear from you.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Take charge of kitchen operations when the Head Chef is unavailable.
- Ensure consistent delivery of high-quality dishes that meet our company standards.
- Champion exceptional food safety and hygiene practices.
- Keep the kitchen clean, organised, and running smoothly.
- Support and guide the wider kitchen team with hands-on leadership.
- Assist with hiring activities, including interviews and trial shifts for new kitchen staff.
- Communicate regularly with the Head Chef regarding stock levels and daily requirements.
What We’re Looking For
- Previous experience in a similar role is ideal, but not essential for the right person.
- Confident communicator who enjoys working as part of a team.
- Comfortable with manual handling tasks, such as lifting stock and equipment.
- Able to use Microsoft Office and Outlook.
What’s In It For You
We believe great work deserves great rewards. Our benefits include (but aren’t limited to):
- Contributory pension scheme
- Career development through our Career Pathways and MyLearning programmes
- Quick access to a Digital GP for you and your family, plus wider healthcare support
- Exclusive travel discounts with TUI, Expedia, Booking.com and more
- Savings on your weekly shop at Tesco, Sainsbury’s, Morrisons and other major retailers
- Up to 44% off cinema tickets
- Cashback rewards every time you spend with selected brands
- Free wellbeing, mindfulness, and fitness classes
- Share all discounts and perks with both friends and family
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/0202/95873001/52516645/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!
Reference: com/0202/95873001/52516645/R/SU
Location: Yeovil
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