Food Production Operative - Carterton 37.5 hours per week 5 out of 7 Days 14.81 per hour Sodexo Rewards Check your local transport links here: Plan Your Journey | Traveline - OX18 3LX. About the role: Position: Food Production Operative / Cook at Sodexo, RAF Brize Norton, Carterton, OX18 3LX. As a Cook in a caf or digital food operation, you will be responsible for preparing high-quality food efficiently in a fast-paced environment. This role involves preparing and cooking pre-ordered meals, ensuring consistency, presentation, and food safety standards are met. You will play a key role in maintaining smooth kitchen operations while supporting a modern, technology-driven service model. What you'll do: Prepare, cook, and present a variety of food items in line with recipe cards and cooking methods Manage and fulfil all orders Ensure food is prepared quickly and accurately to meet service time targets Monitor stock levels, rotate ingredients, and ensure proper storage following food safety regulations Maintain high standards of cleanliness and organisation in the kitchen and food preparation areas Follow all health, safety, and hygiene regulations, including HACCP procedures Minimise food waste and control portion sizes to maintain cost efficiency Assist with deliveries, checking quality and storing stock correctly Work collaboratively with front-of-house staff to ensure smooth service Maintain kitchen equipment and report faults or maintenance issues promptly What we're looking for: Essential: Experience in a similar role within the service industry at a comparable level One of the following qualifications (or equivalent): BSc (Catering) MHCIM HND City & Guilds 706/1 and 2 NVQ Level 2 or 3 Knowledge of health and safety regulations Strong attention to detail and ability to follow standards precisely Desirable: Experience working within a military environment IOSH qualification (or equivalent) Experience in a customer-facing role CIEH Level 2 qualification (or equivalent) 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