Chef

Sodexo Ltd; Littleton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading catering company in the UK is seeking a Chef to join their team at ATR Winchester. The role involves preparing high-quality meals for military personnel, maintaining food safety standards, and participating in high-profile events. Candidates must have professional chef experience and recognized culinary qualifications. This position offers competitive pay and various perks, including career growth opportunities and wellbeing support.

Benefits

Wellbeing Support

Financial Benefits

Career Growth

Work Perks

Qualifications

• Experience in a catering or hospitality setting.
• Strong knowledge of health regulations and food hygiene.
• Ability to work as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook, and serve meals in a fast-paced kitchen.
• Maintain food safety and hygiene standards.
• Deliver meals to military personnel and support special functions.

Skills

Professional chef experience

Knowledge of food safety

Ability to work under pressure

Passion for cooking

Education

Culinary qualifications (City & Guilds 706/1 & 2, NVQ Level 2/3)

Tools

MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)

Job description

35 hours per week

5 over 7 days. Variable Shift Patterns between early, late and weekends.

£15.07 per hour

Car parking available on site

About the role

Position: Chef at Sodexo, ATR Winchester

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 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 (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 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!