Chef

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

Job summary

A leading catering service provider is looking for a Chef to work in a specialized Ministry of Defence environment. You will prepare high-quality meals for military personnel and oversee kitchen operations, ensuring food safety and hygiene. The ideal candidate will have professional chef experience and recognized culinary qualifications. This full-time role offers competitive pay and unique catering opportunities.

Benefits

Wellbeing support

Financial benefits

Career growth opportunities

Work perks including Cycle to Work Scheme

Qualifications

• Professional chef experience in a catering or hospitality setting.
• Strong knowledge of food safety, hygiene, and health regulations.
• Ability to work in a high-pressure, team-focused environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation, cooking, and service of meals.
• Maintain highest standards of food safety and hygiene.
• Deliver outstanding service alongside the front-of-house team.
• Cook and serve meals to military personnel.
• Oversee kitchen sanitation and ensure best practices.

Skills

Professional chef experience

Strong knowledge of food safety

Ability to work in a high-pressure environment

Passion for cooking

Education

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

Job description

Overview

40 hours per week • 5 out of 7 every 3rd weekend. Hours between 5:15 – 18:45 • £12.61 per hour • Car parking on site

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Position: Chef at Sodexo, Battlesbury Barracks

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

• 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!