Chef

Chef – Knook Camp (ESS – Compass Group)

Location: Knook Camp
Pay Rate: £14.57 per hour
Hours: 40 hours per week
Contract: Full-time, site-based
Transport: Please note — the site is not on a public transport route

About the Role

We are looking for an experienced and dependable Chef to join our catering team at Knook Camp, preparing and serving fresh, nutritious meals for approximately 500 Service Personnel daily in a busy military dining facility.

You’ll work within a structured kitchen environment, supporting consistent food quality, safety standards, and efficient service delivery across all meal periods.

Shift Pattern

Early Shift: 05:30 – 14:00
Late Shift: 10:00 – 18:30

Meal Service Times

Breakfast: 07:00 – 08:00
Lunch: 12:00 – 13:00
Dinner: 17:00 – 18:00

What We’re Looking For

✅ Previous experience in a similar chef or catering role – essential
🎓 Relevant qualification (e.g. NVQ Level 2 or equivalent) – desirable
🍽 Strong understanding of food hygiene and health & safety
🤝 Reliable team player with a positive attitude
🚗 Ability to travel to site independently

What We Offer

✨ £14.57 per hour (40 hours per week)
🍴 Free meals while on shift
🚗 Free on-site parking
👕 Uniform provided
📈 Training and career development with ESS – Compass Group
🤍 Stable working environment within a supportive team

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/0302/87016001/52788430/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!