Chef

Sodexo Group; Wendover; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Chef, where your passion for culinary excellence will enhance the daily experience of armed forces personnel. In this dynamic role, you'll assist in running a busy kitchen, ensuring high standards of food preparation and service. With opportunities for growth and development, including apprenticeships, and a supportive environment that values your contributions, this position offers more than just a job. Enjoy a competitive hourly wage, flexible working conditions, and a range of benefits designed to support your well-being and career progression.

Benefits

Unlimited access to mental health support

Employee Assistance Programme

Health and wellbeing app

Sodexo Discounts Scheme

Financial benefits via Salary Finance

Sodexo Retirement Plan

Death in Service benefit

Opportunities for growth and development

Cycle to Work Scheme

Flexible work environment

Qualifications

• Experience in a busy kitchen environment is essential.
• Enthusiasm to develop and learn new culinary skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in running service and preparation in a busy kitchen.
• Ensure adherence to EHO guidelines and monitor sanitation practices.
• Collaborate with the FOH team to deliver service excellence.

Skills

Culinary Excellence

Menu Production

Basic IT Skills

Bulk Cooking

Sanitation Practices

Education

NVQ Level 2/3

Job description

Job Introduction

• 37.5 hours per week
• 5 out of 7 days per week, various shifts starting from 5:00 and finishing at 19:30
• £14.21 per hour
• Free Car parking

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About the Role

As a Chef at Sodexo at RAF Halton, Wendover, Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire, HP22 5PG, you will be passionate about culinary excellence and committed to providing high-quality service for our armed forces personnel, enhancing their daily experience.

What You’ll Do

• Assist in running service, preparation, and other duties in a busy kitchen environment
• Ensure strict adherence to all EHO guidelines and systems
• Collaborate with the FOH team to deliver service excellence
• Monitor sanitation practices to ensure compliance with standards and regulations
• Prepare, produce, and present food to the highest standards

What You Bring

• NVQ Level 2/3 or experience in a busy kitchen environment
• Basic IT skills
• Experience in menu production and confident input
• Exposure to bulk cooking
• Enthusiasm to develop and learn new skills

What We Offer

Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it’s a chance to be part of something greater. You’ll belong in a company and team that values you, acts with purpose, and allows you to thrive in your own way. We also offer a range of resources, rewards, and benefits:

• Unlimited access to mental health and wellbeing support platforms
• Employee Assistance Programme for personal and work-related issues
• Access to a health and wellbeing app with rewards, virtual GP, and other services
• Sodexo Discounts Scheme with deals for you, friends, and family
• Money Insights and financial benefits via Salary Finance
• Sodexo Retirement Plan for your future savings
• Death in Service benefit
• Opportunities for growth and development, including apprenticeships
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Volunteering opportunities in the community
• Flexible and dynamic work environment
• Competitive compensation
• Full training and protective uniform provided

Ready to be part of something greater? Apply today!