Chef – Guaranteed Hours, Full-Time Military Catering

Independents by Sodexo; Newbury; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mental health support

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

24/7 virtual GP access & lifestyle

Discounts for you and your family

Retirement plan

Cycle to Work scheme

Volunteer day

Job summary

Sodexo is seeking a Chef for Denison Barracks in Thatcham to deliver fresh, nutritious meals for military personnel within a supportive catering team. The role offers 37.5 guaranteed hours per week with predominantly Monday–Friday shifts, including occasional weekends, in a structured working week.

You'll prepare meals, maintain high hygiene standards and work collaboratively to provide a high-quality dining experience that makes a real difference.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Chef in a professional catering environment.
• A genuine passion for cooking and delivering high-quality service.
• Level 2 Food Safety or Food Hygiene qualification or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook and present fresh, nutritious meals following menus and quality standards.
• Support food service including food prep, hot plate service and live cooking when required.
• Maintain high standards of food hygiene, cleanliness and housekeeping.
• Use kitchen equipment and supplies responsibly, minimise waste, report faults or incidents.
• Collaborate with colleagues and managers to deliver a reliable, high-quality catering service.
• Attend team briefings and communicate clearly to keep services running smoothly.
• Follow food safety legislation and company procedures, and engage in training to develop skills.

Skills

Experience in professional catering

Passion for cooking

Good communication

Ability to work in busy kitchen

Teamwork

Flexibility to work shifts

Microsoft Office (Word/Excel/Outlook)

Education

Level 2 Food Safety / Food Hygiene qualification

Tools

Word

Excel

Outlook

Job description

Sodexo is seeking a Chef for Denison Barracks in Thatcham to deliver fresh, nutritious meals for military personnel within a supportive catering team. The role offers 37.5 guaranteed hours per week with predominantly Monday–Friday shifts, including occasional weekends, in a structured working week.

You'll prepare meals, maintain high hygiene standards and work collaboratively to provide a high-quality dining experience that makes a real difference.