Chef

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

Job summary

A leading catering company is seeking a Chef for their location in Wallingford, where you will prepare high-quality meals for military personnel. The role requires strong culinary skills, experience in a high-pressure environment, and a dedication to food safety. Benefits include well-being support, financial perks, and opportunities for career growth. This position demands residency in the UK for the past 3 years due to security requirements.

Benefits

Wellbeing Support

Financial Benefits

Career Growth

Work Perks

Qualifications

• Professional chef experience in catering or hospitality.
• Recognised culinary qualifications (level 3 food hygiene).
• Ability to maintain an organized kitchen environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation and service of meals.
• Maintain food safety and hygiene standards.
• Cook and serve meals to military personnel.

Skills

Professional chef experience

Ability to work in a high-pressure environment

Passion for cooking

Education

Recognised culinary qualifications

Job description

• 37.5 hours per week
• Any 5 out of 7 days | Morning shift: 05:30 – 13:30. Middle shift: 11:00 – 19:00. Late shift: 16:15 – 00:15
• £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 the common room
• Sodexo Rewards and Benefits
• Discounts at Sodexo partner brands
• Due to security requirements you must have been continuously resident in UK for last 3 years to apply for this position

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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 3 food hygiene/food safety qualification)
• Ability to work in a high-pressure, team-focused environment
• A passion for cooking and delivering top-quality service
• To have pride in working and maintaining clear and organised environment, and work closely with the head chef to deliver quality food to military personnel
• Due to security requirements you must have been continuously resident in UK for last 3 years to apply for this position

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 us and thrive in your own way!