Military-Base Catering Chef: Precision & Growth

Sodexo; Carterton; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully funded apprenticeship

Wellbeing support

Discounts for you and family

Cycle to Work Scheme

Training and development

Protective uniform

Job summary

Sodexo is seeking a skilled Catering Chef/Cook at RAF Brize Norton, Carterton. You will prepare, cook, and serve high-quality meals, following approved recipes and menus, while maintaining quality, portion control, and hygiene standards.

You will use digital systems to support service delivery, monitor temperatures, and ensure a clean, safe kitchen. The role involves working across site areas and participating in high-standard functions and training opportunities.

Qualifications

• Experience in a catering/food service role, following recipes and standards.
• Knowledge of health and safety regulations and procedure.
• Experience in a military environment preferred.
• Customer-facing experience is essential.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook, and serve food following approved recipes and menus.
• Maintain quality, presentation, portion control, and food safety.
• Monitor food waste and temperatures for compliance.
• Keep the kitchen clean, safe, and compliant.
• Use digital systems to support service delivery.
• Order, receive, store, and handle food items correctly.
• Complete opening/closing and handover procedures.
• Build professional relationships with customers and colleagues.
• Attend training, meetings, and briefings.
• Report hazards or faults promptly.
• Work across site areas as directed by management.
• Participate in high-standard functions (e.g., Summer/Christmas balls).

Skills

Attention to detail

Customer-facing experience

Health and safety knowledge

Military environment experience

Education

BSc (Catering)

MHCIM

HND

City & Guilds 706/1 and 2

NVQ Level 2 or 3

Job description

Sodexo is seeking a skilled Catering Chef/Cook at RAF Brize Norton, Carterton. You will prepare, cook, and serve high-quality meals, following approved recipes and menus, while maintaining quality, portion control, and hygiene standards.

You will use digital systems to support service delivery, monitor temperatures, and ensure a clean, safe kitchen. The role involves working across site areas and participating in high-standard functions and training opportunities.