Chef

Sodexo France; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 40,000 - GBP 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading catering company in the United Kingdom is seeking a skilled Chef for a unique role in a Ministry of Defence environment. You will prepare high-quality meals and support functions for military personnel, ensuring top-notch food safety and hygiene standards. The ideal candidate will have professional chef experience and recognized culinary qualifications. This role offers a competitive salary along with extensive benefits, including wellbeing support and career growth opportunities.

Benefits

Wellbeing Support

Financial Benefits

Career Growth

Work Perks

Qualifications

• Experience in catering or hospitality setting.
• Ability to maintain high standards of food safety and hygiene.
• Team-focused and dedicated to quality service.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook, and serve meals in a fast-paced kitchen.
• Maintain hygiene standards and ensure compliance.
• Support high-profile events and functions.

Skills

Professional chef experience

Strong knowledge of food safety

Ability to work in high-pressure environments

Passion for cooking

Education

Recognised culinary qualifications

IOSH qualification or equivalent

Tools

MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)

Job description

• 40 hours per week
• 5 out of 7 days (shifts vary)
• £12.61 per hour
• Sodexo benefits

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About the role:

Position: Chef at Sodexo, WOs' & Sgts' Mess Waterloo Lines, Warminster BA12 0DF

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 Sodexo 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.

Join us and thrive in your own way!

Sodexo reserves the right to close this advert early if we are in receipt of a high number of applications