Executive Chef for Military Catering & Career Growth

Sodexo; Tidworth; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-the-job training

Fully funded apprenticeship

Career development opportunities

Wellbeing support

Discounts for you and your family

Retirement plan

Death-in-service benefit

Cycle to Work Scheme

Flexible work

Protective uniform

Job summary

Sodexo Group in Tidworth is seeking a passionate Head Chef to prepare, cook and present high-quality meals for our catering operation at Moolton Barracks. You will uphold strict food safety practices and help drive customer satisfaction while minimising waste.

Join a team that values quality, training, and career development with on-the-job apprenticeships and wellbeing benefits. A competitive package awaits for the right candidate.

Qualifications

• Numerical and communication abilities essential for kitchen operations.
• Ability to follow established standards and procedures.
• Capable of working independently and as part of a team.
• Experience in catering, ideally within a military environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook and present food to a consistently high standard.
• Follow recipes, menus and company food procedures.
• Ensure food looks appealing and meets customer expectations.
• Maintain high food hygiene standards with clean-as-you-go.
• Monitor temperatures of fridges, freezers, and hot cabinets.
• Store, handle and dispose of food safely and correctly.
• Support stock control and proper storage of food.
• Operate Sodexo systems for recipes, menus and ordering.

Skills

Numerical skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Independent worker

Team player

Positive attitude

Passion for quality food

Education

City & Guilds 706/1 and 2

NVQ Level 2 or 3

Basic Food Safety qualification

IOSH and/or CIEH qualifications

Job description

Sodexo Group in Tidworth is seeking a passionate Head Chef to prepare, cook and present high-quality meals for our catering operation at Moolton Barracks. You will uphold strict food safety practices and help drive customer satisfaction while minimising waste.

Join a team that values quality, training, and career development with on-the-job apprenticeships and wellbeing benefits. A competitive package awaits for the right candidate.