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Sous Chef in Honington

On-site in Honington·Full-time·Added today (last checked 23 Oct)

Our summary

Salary
£34,000 a year

About £2,330 a month after tax.

Work mode
On-site, Honington
Contract
Full-time
Closing date
Apply by Thursday 19 November

Skills

Compass Group UK & Ireland is hiring for this role in several places. This vacancy is in Honington.

Requirements

What we're looking for

  • Proven experience in a Sous Chef or Senior Chef role
  • A hands-on leader who enjoys working alongside their team
  • Strong organisational and communication skills
  • The ability to manage a small team effectively and responsibly
  • Calm under pressure and confident in a high-volume catering environment
  • Reliable, flexible, and able to adapt to changing weekly schedules
  • A safety-first mindset with a genuine passion for food

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

£34000 per annum / 37 hours per week

£17.61 per hour

The role

We’re looking for an experienced, hands-on Sous Chef to lead our catering operation. This is a fantastic opportunity for a strong kitchen leader who enjoys being on the tools, supporting their team, and delivering high-quality food in a fast-paced, structured environment.

You’ll be responsible for daily feeding and function activities while leading and developing a dedicated team.

What you'll do

  • Preparing and delivering high-quality, nutritious meals for Service Personnel ️
  • Leading from the front in a hands-on Sous Chef role
  • Managing daily feeding and function activities
  • Supporting, motivating, and developing a team 
  • Ensuring excellent food presentation, consistency, and service standards
  • Managing food ordering, stock control, and minimising waste 
  • Maintaining the highest standards of food hygiene, cleanliness, and safety
  • Managing budgets and ensuring financial targets are met
  • Ensuring full compliance with Food Safety and Health & Safety regulations

How you'll work

Contract: Full Time

Additional information

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:

Shifts between 6am and 8.30pm

  • 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.

About Compass Group UK & Ireland

Industry
Food and Support Services

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Additional information

Job Reference: com/1910/95350001/52731481/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!

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