Overview
Position: Chef at Sodexo, at Merville Barracks, Circular Road South, Colchester, Essex CO2 7UT. 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 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
* 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 Sodexo for more than just a job—be part of something bigger. You’ll belong, have purpose, and make an impact every day.
Job details
* 35 hours per week
* Shift pattern/hours: Monday to Friday
* £13.00 per hour
* Access to Sodexo rewards hub and discounts
* Minimum Level 2 NVQ in Catering required for this role
Attachments
* 2025 Benefits UK Brochure V9.pdf
Note: Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Sodexo.
#J-18808-Ljbffr