Chef

Sodexo; Warminster; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wellbeing support

Financial benefits

Career growth

Work perks

Job summary

Sodexo in Warminster is seeking a professional chef to work in a Ministry of Defence environment, preparing meals for military personnel and supporting functions. You’ll join a fast-paced kitchen, delivering high-quality dishes with tight hygiene standards.

You’ll compute orders, maintain food safety, and collaborate with front-of-house teams to ensure excellent service at all times. Training and development opportunities accompany a rewarding role.

Qualifications

• Professional chef in catering or hospitality.
• Recognised culinary qualifications.
• Strong knowledge of food safety and hygiene.
• Experience in military or government catering.
• IOSH qualification or equivalent.
• MS Office knowledge (Word, Excel, Outlook).

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparation, cooking, and service of meals.
• Maintain high standards of food safety and hygiene.
• Work with front-of-house to deliver service.
• Cook and serve meals to military personnel.
• Oversee kitchen sanitation and best practices.
• Participate in high-profile events and functions.
• Engage in bulk cooking to ensure consistency.

Skills

Teamwork

Food safety

Handle pressure

Education

City & Guilds 706/1 & 2

NVQ Level 2/3

Tools

MS Office

Job description

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• Shift pattern/ hours- Any 5 days out of 7 to include weekends and evenings
• £12.99 per hour
• 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.

Position: Chef at Sodexo, Battlesbury Officer's Mess, Woodcock Road, Warminster, BA129DT

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
• 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!

Sodexo reserves the right to close this advert early if we are in receipt of a high number of applications