Cook

Sodexo Group; Aylesbury; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sodexo Benefits

Mental health support

Employee Assistance Programme

Cycle to Work scheme

Paid Volunteering Day

Job summary

Sodexo is looking for a Cook at a Ministry of Defence site in Aylesbury. You will work 40 hours per week across 5 days out of 7, with shifts from 05:00 to 13:30 or 11:00 to 19:30.

The role pays £14.00 per hour and includes Sodexo benefits. You’ll prepare fresh, nutritious meals in a busy kitchen, maintain high standards of food safety, and work closely with front-of-house to deliver a great dining experience for military personnel.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Chef or Cook in a catering or hospitality environment.
• Catering qualification is desirable, but not essential.
• Good knowledge of food safety, hygiene and health and safety standards.
• Able to work well as part of a team in a busy kitchen.
• A genuine passion for cooking and providing high-quality food and service.
• Experience in military or government catering would be an advantage.
• IOSH qualification and basic knowledge of Microsoft Office would be desirable.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook and serve high-quality meals in a busy, professional kitchen.
• Take pride in delivering delicious, well-presented food to military personnel, maintaining excellent standards every day.
• Work closely with the front-of-house team to provide a friendly, efficient service and a great experience for everyone.
• Maintain the highest standards of food safety, hygiene and cleanliness, following EHO guidelines and Sodexo procedures.
• Support bulk cooking while ensuring every dish is consistent, fresh and prepared to the same high standard.
• Help keep the kitchen running smoothly by following best practices and maintaining excellent standards of sanitation.
• Get involved in special functions and high-profile events, giving you the opportunity to showcase your cooking skills and creativity.

Skills

Cooking

Food safety

Teamwork

Food hygiene

Microsoft Office

IOSH qualification

Education

Catering qualification (desirable)

Job description

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5 out of 7 days (05:00 - 13:30 or 11:00-19:30 - weekdays same as weekends)

£14.00 per hour plus Sodexo Benefits

Working Hours:

40 hours per week

Location:

Aylesbury

Closing Date:

20/10/2026

Job Category:

Chefs

Job Introduction

40 hours per week

5 days out of 7

05:00 - 13:30 and 11:00 - 19:30

£14.00 per hour

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Love cooking and want a role where your skills really make a difference? Join Sodexo as a Cook at one of our Ministry of Defence sites and become part of a team that keeps people fuelled, energised and ready for the day.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a professionalcatering team where you’ll be preparing fresh, nutritious and great-tastingfood for our military personnel. You’ll work in a busy but supportive kitchen,with the opportunity to develop your skills and take pride in the food youserve every day.

With40 hours per week, 5 days out of 7 and acompetitive rate of £14.00 per hour, this role offers a great opportunity tobuild a rewarding career with Sodexo while enjoying a structured workingenvironment.

Whether you’re an experienced Cook or looking to takethe next step in your catering career, we’d love to hear from you!

What you'll do:

• Prepare, cook and serve high-quality meals in a busy, professional kitchen.
• Take pride in delivering delicious, well-presented food to military personnel, maintaining excellent standards every day.
• Work closely with the front-of-house team to provide a friendly, efficient service and a great experience for everyone.
• Maintain the highest standards of food safety, hygiene and cleanliness, following EHO guidelines and Sodexo procedures.
• Support bulk cooking while ensuring every dish is consistent, fresh and prepared to the same high standard.
• Help keep the kitchen running smoothly by following best practices and maintaining excellent standards of sanitation.
• Get involved in special functions and high-profile events, giving you the opportunity to showcase your cooking skills and creativity.

What you bring:

• Previous experience as a Chef or Cook in a catering or hospitality environment.
• A relevant catering qualification is desirable, but not essential.
• Good knowledge of food safety, hygiene and health and safety standards.
• Able to work well as part of a team in a busy kitchen.
• A genuine passion for cooking and providing high-quality food and service.
• Experience in military or government catering would be an advantage.
• IOSH qualification and basic knowledge of Microsoft Office would be desirable.

What we offer:

Mental health and wellbeing support

Employee Assistance Programme providing personal,legal, and financial advice

24/7 virtual GP access and lifestyle rewards

Discounts for you and your family

Financial wellbeing tools and retirement planningsupport

Cycle to Work scheme and a paid Volunteering Day