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Sodexo Ltd; High Wycombe; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wellbeing support

Career growth opportunities

Staff training

Job summary

Sodexo Ltd is seeking a professional chef for a role at RAF High Wycombe. You will join a military-facing catering operation, preparing high-quality meals for personnel and supporting functions in a secure MOD environment.

The role requires recognised culinary qualifications, food safety expertise, and the ability to perform under pressure in a fast-paced kitchen. Training and development opportunities are offered along with comprehensive Wellbeing and benefits.

Qualifications

• Professional chef with catering or hospitality experience.
• Recognised culinary qualifications (City & Guilds 706/1 & 2, NVQ Level 2/3).
• Knowledge of food safety, hygiene and health regulations.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparation, cooking and service of meals in a fast-paced kitchen.
• Maintain high standards of food safety and hygiene (EHO guidelines).
• Work with front-of-house to deliver outstanding service.
• Cook and serve meals to military personnel with consistent quality.
• Oversee kitchen sanitation and best practices.
• Support high-profile events and bulk cooking with consistency.

Skills

Professional chef

Food safety

MS Office knowledge

Teamwork under pressure

Military/government catering

Education

City & Guilds 706/1 & 2

NVQ Level 2/3

IOSH qualification

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

MS Outlook

Job description

Plan Your Journey | Traveline- the destination you shouldinput is

High Wycombe,

HP14 4UE

About the role:

Position: Chef at Sodexo,

RAF High Wycombe,

Walters Ash,

HP14 4UE

Join our team for aunique and rewarding catering role in a Ministry of Defence (MOD) environment,where you'll work alongside military personnel, preparing high-quality mealsand supporting exciting functions.This is an opportunity to be part of somethingbigger, using your culinary skills to make a real impact in a fast-paced,professional setting.

What you'll do:

• Assist in the preparation, cooking, and service of meals in a fast-paced kitchen
• Maintain the highest standards of food safety and hygiene, ensuring full compliance with EHO guidelines
• Work alongside the front-of-house team to deliver outstanding service
• Cook and serve meals to military personnel, delivering high standards every day
• Oversee kitchen sanitation and ensure best practices are always followed
• Be part of high-profile events and special functions, showcasing your culinary expertise
• Take part in bulk cooking, ensuring consistency and quality in every dish

What we're looking for:

• Professional chef experience in a catering or hospitality setting
• Recognised culinary qualifications (City & Guilds 706/1 & 2, NVQ Level 2/3)
• Strong knowledge of food safety, hygiene, and health regulations
• Ability to work in a high-pressure, team-focused environment
• A passion for cooking and delivering top-quality service
• Due to security requirements you must have been continuously resident in UK for last 5 years to apply for this position
• Experience working in military or government catering
• IOSH qualification or equivalent
• Knowledge of MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)

What we offer:

Join Sodexo for morethan just a job - be part of something bigger. You'll belong, have purpose, andmake an impact every day. We offer:

• 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 thrive in your own way!

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