Chef

🔒 Confidential Employer
Posted 3 May 2026
LOCATION
Colchester
TYPE
Full-time
LEVEL
Mid-Senior level
CATEGORY
Hospitality & Catering
This employer holds a UK Home Office sponsor license — sponsorship for this specific role is at the employer’s discretion

SKILLS

Professional Chef Experience Food Safety Compliance Bulk Cooking Culinary Qualifications (City & Guilds, NVQ) Hygiene Regulations Knowledge Team Collaboration High-Pressure Kitchen Work Event Catering

FULL DESCRIPTION

Chef

[Employer hidden — view at passion-project.co.uk] is hiring a Chef for their Personnel Recovery Centre in Colchester. Full-time, 35 hours per week, £13.39 per hour.

About the role

Position: Chef at [Employer hidden], Personnel Recovery Centre (PRC) Chavasse VC House, Berechurch Road, Colchester, CO2 9RQ

  • 35 hours per week
  • 5 out of 7 per week
  • Shifts - 06:30-14:00 and 11:00-18:30 alternating
  • £13.39 per hour
  • Free Car parking

Check your local transport links here: Plan Your Journey | Traveline - the destination you should input is Colchester, CO2 9RQ

Join our team for a unique and rewarding catering role in a Ministry of Defence (MOD) environment, where you’ll work alongside military personnel, preparing high-quality meals and supporting exciting functions. This is an opportunity to be part of something bigger, using your culinary skills to make a real impact in a fast-paced, professional setting.

What you’ll do

  • Assist in the preparation, cooking, and service of meals in a fast-paced kitchen
  • Maintain the highest standards of food safety and hygiene, ensuring full compliance with EHO guidelines
  • Work alongside the front-of-house team to deliver outstanding service
  • Cook and serve meals to military personnel, delivering high standards every day
  • Oversee kitchen sanitation and ensure best practices are always followed
  • Be part of high-profile events and special functions, showcasing your culinary expertise
  • Take part in bulk cooking, ensuring consistency and quality in every dish

What we’re looking for

  • Professional chef experience in a catering or hospitality setting
  • Recognised culinary qualifications (City & Guilds 706/1 & 2, NVQ Level 2/3)
  • Strong knowledge of food safety, hygiene, and health regulations
  • Ability to work in a high-pressure, team-focused environment
  • A passion for cooking and delivering top-quality service

Desirable Skills

  • Experience working in military or government catering
  • IOSH qualification or equivalent
  • Knowledge of MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)

What we offer

Join [Employer hidden] for more than just a job—be part of something bigger. You'll belong, have purpose, and make an impact every day. We offer:

  • Wellbeing Support – Unlimited online resources, a free health app with 24/7 virtual GP, and an Employee Assistance Programme.
  • Financial Benefits – Discounts for you and your family, salary finance support, retirement plan, and a death-in-service benefit.
  • Career Growth – Apprenticeships, learning tools, and development opportunities.
  • Work Perks – Cycle to Work Scheme, volunteering opportunities, flexible work, full training, and a protective uniform.

[Employer hidden] reserves the right to close this advert early if we are in receipt of a high number of applications.

Key Benefits

  • Advice and guidance
  • Pension Plan
  • Wellbeing support
  • Generous leave
  • Discounts and savings
  • Virtual GP

Location

Colchester, United Kingdom, CO2 7UT

Job reference: SDX/TP/1324814/156776

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