Job Introduction
~37.5 hours per week
~ Weekday shift 0500 -1300,1000 - 1800, occasional weekend 1700-0100 (at least 1 weekend per month 12hrs shift)
~£12.92 per hour
~ Car parking available on site
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About the role:
Position: Chef at Sodexo, RAF Brize Norton, Carterton
Join our team for aunique and rewarding catering role in a Ministry of Defence (MOD) environment,where you’ll work alongside military personnel, preparing high-quality mealsand supporting exciting functions. This is an opportunity to be part of somethingbigger, 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 morethan just a job—be part of something bigger. You'll belong, have purpose, andmake 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!