Chef

Sodexo; Winchester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wellbeing support

Discounts for you and family

Retirement plan

Death-in-service benefit

Cycle to Work Scheme

Flexible work

Job summary

Sodexo is seeking a professional Chef for the Junior Ranks Mess MOD near Winchester. You will join a military environment, preparing high-quality meals and supporting functions in a fast-paced setting.

The role requires strong catering experience, City & Guilds 706/1 & 2 and NVQ Level 2/3, solid food safety know-how and the ability to thrive in a team. Competitive benefits program included.

Qualifications

• Professional chef experience in catering or hospitality.
• City & Guilds 706/1 & 2, NVQ Level 2/3.
• Knowledge of food safety, hygiene and health regulations.
• Ability to work in a high-pressure, team-focused environment.
• Passion for cooking and delivering top-quality service.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation, cooking and service of meals in a fast-paced kitchen.
• Maintain the highest standards of food safety and hygiene, complying with EHO guidelines.
• Work alongside front-of-house to deliver outstanding service.
• Cook and serve meals to military personnel, delivering high standards daily.
• Oversee kitchen sanitation and ensure best practices are followed.
• Be part of high-profile events and special functions showcasing culinary expertise.
• Partake in bulk cooking ensuring consistency and quality.

Skills

Professional chef

Kitchen teamwork

Food safety

Education

City & Guilds 706/1 & 2

NVQ Level 2/3

Job description

• 37.5 hours per week
• Shift pattern: Friday (12:15pm-7:30pm), Saturday (6:30am-7:30pm), Sunday (6:30am-7:30pm), and Monday (12:15pm-7:30pm)
• £15.52 per hour
• Access to Sodexo rewards and discounts!
• If you have a passion for cooking and delivering top-quality service this is the role for you!

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About the role:

Position: Chef at Junior Ranks Mess MOD worthy Down near Winchester.

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

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