Full-Time Chef: Fresh, High-Quality Meals for Military

Sodexo; Bulford; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mental health support

Employee Assistance Programme

24/7 virtual GP access

Discounts for you and family

Retirement plan

Cycle to Work

Job summary

Sodexo is seeking an experienced Chef at Kiwi Barracks, Wiltshire, for a full-time 40-hour week. You’ll prepare, cook and serve meals for military personnel in a busy kitchen, with a focus on quality, presentation and consistency.

Join a professional catering team delivering reliable meals daily. Relevant City & Guilds or NVQ qualifications are desirable, and a strong emphasis on food safety and hygiene is required.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Cook or Chef within a catering, hospitality, or food service environment.
• Culinary experience and a genuine passion for preparing good-quality food.
• Relevant culinary qualifications such as City & Guilds 706/1 & 2 or NVQ Level 2/3 in Professional Cookery are desirable.
• Good knowledge of food safety, hygiene, and health & safety standards (IOSH qualification desirable).
• The ability to work efficiently as part of a busy kitchen team while maintaining high standards.
• A positive attitude, good attention to detail and pride in your work.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook, and serve fresh, high-quality meals within a busy kitchen environment
• Take pride in the presentation, quality and consistency of every meal you prepare
• Follow food safety, hygiene, and health & safety standards in line with EHO requirements
• Work as part of a friendly and professional catering team to deliver an efficient service
• Prepare meals for military personnel, ensuring a consistent and enjoyable dining experience
• Keep the kitchen clean, organised and ready for service
• Support events and special functions, giving you the opportunity to showcase your cooking skills
• Take responsibility for bulk cooking while maintaining high standards across all dishes

Skills

Culinary skills

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Education

City & Guilds 706/1 & 2 or NVQ Level 2/3 in Professional Cookery

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Sodexo is seeking an experienced Chef at Kiwi Barracks, Wiltshire, for a full-time 40-hour week. You’ll prepare, cook and serve meals for military personnel in a busy kitchen, with a focus on quality, presentation and consistency.

Join a professional catering team delivering reliable meals daily. Relevant City & Guilds or NVQ qualifications are desirable, and a strong emphasis on food safety and hygiene is required.