Military Kitchen Cook — 40h/wk, Skill Growth

Sodexo; Aylesbury; Hybrid; GBP 18,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mental health support

Employee Assistance Programme

24/7 virtual GP access

Discounts for you and family

Financial wellbeing tools

Cycle to Work scheme

Volunteering Day

Job summary

Sodexo Group is hiring a Cook for a Ministry of Defence site in the UK. The role involves preparing, cooking and serving nutritious meals in a busy kitchen, with a focus on high standards and teamwork.

You will work 40 hours per week, 5 days out of 7, on shifts from 05:00-13:30 and 11:00-19:30, earning £14.00 per hour. Experience in catering and a passion for quality food are valued. Training and development opportunities are available.

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.
• IOSH qualification and basic knowledge of Microsoft Office desirable.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook and serve high-quality meals in a busy, professional kitchen.
• Deliver meals to military personnel with high standards daily.
• Work with front-of-house team to provide efficient service and a great experience.
• Maintain the highest standards of food safety, hygiene and cleanliness.
• Support bulk cooking while keeping dishes consistent and fresh.
• Maintain sanitation and follow Sodexo procedures.
• Participate in special functions and high-profile events.

Skills

Cooking

Food safety

Teamwork

Military catering

IOSH

MS Office

Education

Catering qualification (desirable)

Job description

Sodexo Group is hiring a Cook for a Ministry of Defence site in the UK. The role involves preparing, cooking and serving nutritious meals in a busy kitchen, with a focus on high standards and teamwork.

You will work 40 hours per week, 5 days out of 7, on shifts from 05:00-13:30 and 11:00-19:30, earning £14.00 per hour. Experience in catering and a passion for quality food are valued. Training and development opportunities are available.