Head Chef

Sodexo Group; 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

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Position: Head Chef at Sodexo, Moolton Barracks SP9 7BX

We are looking for a passionate and experienced Chef to join our team and prepare, cook and present high-quality meals to our customers.

You’ll play an important role in delivering excellent food standards while maintaining strong food safety, hygiene and health & safety practices. You’ll also help ensure an efficient and successful catering operation, with a focus on customer satisfaction, quality and minimising waste.

What You’ll Do:

• Prepare, cook and present food to a consistently high standard.
• Follow recipes, menus and company food preparation procedures.
• Ensure food is presented attractively and meets customer expectations.
• Maintain high standards of food hygiene and cleanliness, following a clean-as-you-go approach.
• Monitor and record temperatures of fridges, freezers, hot cabinets and serveries.
• Ensure food is stored, recovered, handled and disposed of correctly.
• Ensure food is served at the correct temperatures.
• Support effective stock control and correct storage of food.
• Help minimise food, fuel and other waste.
• Operate the Sodexo recipe, menu and ordering systems in line with company procedures.
• Support the Pay as You Dine operation, with an understanding of costs and profit and loss.
• Report equipment defects, maintenance issues and other concerns to the appropriate Manager.
• Complete effective handovers and follow closing and security procedures.
• Follow all company Quality Control, Food Safety and Health & Safety procedures.
• Work effectively as part of a team while also being able to use your own initiative.
• Undertake any other reasonable duties as required.
• Continue to develop your skills and knowledge within the role.

What You Bring:

• A City & Guilds 706/1 and 2, NVQ Level 2 or 3, or equivalent qualification.
• A basic Food Safety qualification.
• Good numerical and communication skills.
• Knowledge of food safety and health & safety requirements.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to follow established standards and procedures.
• The ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• A professional and positive approach to your work.
• A genuine passion for preparing and serving quality food.
• IOSH and/or CIEH qualifications, or equivalent.
• Previous experience working within the catering industry.
• Experience of working within a military environment.

What we offer:

• On-the-job training with experienced professionals
• Fully funded apprenticeship qualifications
• Career development opportunities within Sodexo
• A friendly and supportive work environment
• Wellbeing Support – Unlimited online resources, a free health app with 24/7 virtual GP, and an Employee Assistance Programme.
• Financial Benefits – Discounts for you and your family, salary finance support, retirement plan, and a death-in-service benefit.
• Career Growth – Apprenticeships, learning tools, and development opportunities.
• Work Perks – Cycle to Work Scheme, volunteering opportunities, flexible work, full training, and a protective uniform.

Join us and be part of a company that values its employees and offers real career growth opportunities.

Sodexo reserves the right to close this advert early if we are in receipt of a high number of applications