Job Introduction
* Early Shift - Mon - Fri 06:30 - 15:00
* Late Shift - Mon - Thurs 11:30 - 20:00 & Fri 11:00 - 19:30
* Weekends Split Shift 09:30 - 16:00 / 17:45 - 19:15
* 40 hours per week
* 5 out of 7 days a week
* £14.18 per hour
* Free car parking
Job Description
Senior Cook at Sodexo in Larkhill Garrison, 301 Watson Road, Larkhill, Wiltshire, SP4 8QT
As a Sous Chef, you’ll lead a dedicated team, share your expertise, and ensure high quality meals for our armed forces personnel.
What You’ll Do
* Take charge of the kitchen in the absence of senior colleagues, offering guidance and support to the production team.
* Supervise the preparation and duties of commis chefs, chef de parties, and other kitchen staff.
* Assist in ordering, preparation, stock control, service running, and clean‑down duties.
* Maintain strict adherence to Environmental Health Officer (EHO) guidelines.
* Maximise the use of existing stock and demonstrate culinary innovation when needed.
* Collaborate with the Front of House (FOH) team to ensure a seamless service experience.
* Work alongside your kitchen team on the range, training, guiding, and developing talent.
* Oversee sanitation practices, ensuring all employees follow hygiene standards and regulations.
* Prepare, produce, and present food to the highest culinary standards, consistently exceeding expectations.
What You Bring
* NVQ Level 2/3 or equivalent experience in a busy kitchen environment.
* Basic IT skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office.
* Experience in menu planning and production.
* Exposure to bulk cooking and large‑scale meal preparation.
* A strong desire to learn and develop new culinary skills.
* A positive, approachable, and team‑oriented attitude.
* Relevant experience even if title not “Sous Chef.”
What We Offer
* On‑the‑job training with experienced professionals
* Fully funded apprenticeship qualifications
* Career development opportunities within Sodexo
* Friendly and supportive work environment
* Wellbeing support – unlimited online resources, free health app with 24/7 virtual GP, employee assistance programme.
* Financial benefits – discounts for you and your family, salary finance support, retirement plan, death‑in‑service benefit.
* Career growth – apprenticeships, learning tools, development opportunities.
* Work perks – cycle‑to‑work scheme, volunteering opportunities, flexible work, full training, protective uniform.
Seniority level
* Mid‑Senior level
Employment type
* Full‑time
Job function
* Management and Manufacturing
Industries
* Facilities Services
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