Cook

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

Benefits offered by this job

Mental health and wellbeing support

Employee Assistance Programme

24/7 virtual GP access

Discounts for you and your family

Financial wellbeing tools

Cycle to Work scheme and volunteering

Job summary

Sodexo is hiring a Cook at a Ministry of Defence site in Aylesbury. You will work 40 hours per week, 5 days out of 7, with shifts from 05:00–13:30 or 11:00–19:30 and a pay rate of £14 per hour.

You’ll join a professional catering team delivering fresh, nutritious meals to military personnel and supporting high standards of safety and service. Whether an experienced cook or progressing in catering, you’ll be part of a structured environment that values your development and delivers a rewarding

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook and serve high-quality meals in a busy, professional kitchen.
• Deliver delicious, well-presented food to military personnel, maintaining high standards.
• Work with front-of-house to provide friendly, efficient service.
• Maintain food safety, hygiene and cleanliness following EHO guidelines and Sodexo procedures.
• Support bulk cooking while ensuring every dish is consistent and fresh.
• Assist in special functions and high-profile events, showcasing cooking creativity.

Skills

Chef/Cook experience

Teamwork

Food safety knowledge

Passion for cooking

Military/government catering

Catering enthusiasm

Education

Catering qualification desirable

IOSH qualification

Tools

Microsoft Office

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:

02/10/2026

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:

Working with Sodexo is more than just a job - it's anopportunity to be part of something bigger. You'll join a team that values yourcontribution, supports your development, and empowers you to make a positiveimpact every day. In addition, 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