37.5 hours per week Any 5 days out 7 Early Shift: 05:30 till 13:30 Middle Shift: 11:00 till 19:00 Late Shift : 16:15 till 00:15 £16:24 per hour Own transport is required due to location of site Check your local transport links here: Plan Your Journey | Traveline - the destination you should input is Wallingford, OX10 6AA About the role: Position: Chef Location: Sodexo, RAF Benson – Wallingford, Oxfordshire Bring your culinary skills to a role where every meal makes a difference. We're looking for a passionate Chef to join our team at RAF Benson, working within a Ministry of Defence (MOD) environment. This is more than just a kitchen job — it's a chance to be part of a close-knit team supporting military personnel with high-quality meals and memorable event catering. From daily service to special functions, you'll play a key role in maintaining excellence in a fast-paced, professional setting. If you're ready to be part of something meaningful and make an impact through food, we’d love to hear from you. 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, a 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!