Chef - Warminster

Sodexo; Warminster; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Cycle to Work Scheme

Paid volunteering opportunities

Flexible working options

Full training provided

Protective uniform supplied

Wellbeing resources access

Health and wellbeing app

24/7 virtual GP

Job summary

Sodexo in Warminster, UK, invites applications for a Chef role within a prestigious MOD environment. You will work alongside military personnel in a fast-paced, professional kitchen where your skills make a real difference.

Join a team dedicated to exceptional service, safe preparation, and high-quality meals, with opportunities for development and flexible working where possible.

Qualifications

• Previous professional chef or cook experience in catering or hospitality
• Strong knowledge of food hygiene, safety, and health regulations
• Ability to work efficiently in a busy, team-focused environment
• A genuine passion for cooking and delivering exceptional service

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook, and serve high-quality meals in a busy catering environment
• Deliver consistently excellent food standards for military personnel and staff
• Maintain the highest levels of food safety, hygiene, and kitchen cleanliness
• Ensure full compliance with EHO guidelines and sanitation best practices
• Work closely with front-of-house teams to create a seamless dining experience
• Support exciting special events and high-profile functions
• Assist with bulk cooking while maintaining quality, consistency, and presentation

Education

Recognised culinary qualifications such as: City & Guilds 706/1 & 2, NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Professional Cookery

Job description

From preparing exceptional daily meals to supporting high-profile events and special functions, every day brings variety, purpose, and the chance to be part of something bigger. If you're passionate about food, thrive under pressure, and take pride in delivering outstanding service, we'd love to hear from you.

What you'll be doing As part of our dedicated kitchen team, you will:

• Prepare, cook, and serve high-quality meals in a busy catering environment
• Deliver consistently excellent food standards for military personnel and staff
• Maintain the highest levels of food safety, hygiene, and kitchen cleanliness
• Ensure full compliance with EHO guidelines and sanitation best practices
• Work closely with front-of-house teams to create a seamless dining experience
• Support exciting special events and high-profile functions
• Assist with bulk cooking while maintaining quality, consistency, and presentation

We're looking for someone who brings both skill and enthusiasm:

• Previous professional chef or cook experience in catering or hospitality
• Strong knowledge of food hygiene, safety, and health regulations
• Ability to work efficiently in a busy, team-focused environment
• A genuine passion for cooking and delivering exceptional service

Desirable (but not essential)

• Experience within military, MOD, or government catering environments
• IOSH qualification or equivalent
• Working knowledge of MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Recognised culinary qualifications such as: City & Guilds 706/1 & 2, NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Professional Cookery

Join Sodexo in a unique and rewarding Chef position within a prestigious Ministry of Defence (MOD) environment. This is far more than a standard kitchen role - you'll be working alongside military personnel in a fast-paced, professional setting where your skills truly make a difference.

Wellbeing Support

• Unlimited access to online wellbeing resources
• Free health and wellbeing app
• 24/7 access to virtual GP services
• Employee Assistance Programme

Financial Benefits

• Exclusive discounts for you and your family
• Salary finance support
• Company retirement plan
• Death-in-service benefit

Career Development

• Apprenticeships and professional development opportunities
• Learning and training tools to help you progress

Additional Perks

• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Paid volunteering opportunities
• Flexible working options where possible
• Full training provided
• Protective uniform supplied

If you're looking for a role where your culinary talent is valued, your development is supported, and your work has real purpose - this could be the perfect next step. Join Sodexo and thrive in your own way.

Please note: Sodexo reserves the right to close this advert early if a high volume of applications is received, so early application is encouraged.