Overview
37.5 hours per week. Any 5 out of 7 days. Shifts: Morning 05:30 – 13:30; Middle 11:00 – 19:00; Late 16:15 – 00:15.
Salary: £16.24 per hour. Free car parking on site. 10% staff discount in on-site shop. Family days with flying displays. Enjoy a Costa coffee and a cake at our onsite café in the common room. Sodexo Rewards and Benefits. Discounts at Sodexo partner brands.
Security: Due to security requirements you must have been continuously resident in UK for last 3 years to apply for this position.
About the role
Position: Chef at Sodexo, Wallingford
Join our team for a unique and rewarding Chef role in RAF Benson, Wallingford, OX10 6AA, 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 (level 2 or above food hygiene/food safety qualification)
* 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
* Due to security requirements you must have been continuously resident in UK for last 3 years to apply for this position
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!
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