Chef

Sodexo; Warminster; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wellbeing Support

Financial Benefits

Career Growth

Work Perks

Job summary

Sodexo in Warminster is hiring a Chef for the Battlesbury Officer's Mess. You will prepare and cook meals for military personnel in a high-paced MOD setting and contribute to special functions. This role emphasizes quality and service in a secure, professional environment.

The position requires professional chef experience, recognised culinary qualifications, and solid knowledge of food safety. There is emphasis on teamwork, training, and delivering top-tier meals with consistency.

Qualifications

• Professional chef experience in catering or hospitality.
• Recognised culinary qualifications as listed (City & Guilds / NVQ).
• Strong knowledge of food safety and hygiene regulations.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparation, cooking and service of meals in a fast-paced kitchen.
• Maintain high standards of food safety and hygiene per guidelines.
• Collaborate with front-of-house to deliver excellent service.
• Cook and serve meals to military personnel daily.
• Oversee kitchen sanitation and best practices.
• Support high-profile events and bulk cooking with consistency.

Skills

Chef experience

Food safety knowledge

Team-oriented

Culinary passion

Education

City & Guilds 706/1 & 2, NVQ Level 2/3

Tools

MS Office

Job description

• 40 hours per week
• 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.

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About the role:

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

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!

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