Second Chef

Sodexo Group; Tidworth; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading company as a Sous Chef in Tidworth, where you'll lead a dedicated kitchen team, ensuring high-quality meals for armed forces personnel. Enjoy a supportive work environment with opportunities for career development and culinary innovation.

Benefits

On-the-job training

Fully funded apprenticeship qualifications

Wellbeing Support

Financial Benefits

Cycle to Work Scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in a busy kitchen environment.
• Exposure to bulk cooking and large-scale meal preparation.

Responsibilities

• Lead the kitchen team in the absence of senior colleagues.
• Supervise preparation and duties of kitchen staff.
• Ensure adherence to hygiene standards and regulations.

Skills

Team-oriented

Culinary innovation

Basic IT skills

Education

NVQ Level 2/3

Job description

Join Our Team as a Sous Chef/Second Chef at Sodexo

Location: Bhurtpore JRDC, Tidworth Barracks, Wiltshire, SP9 7AB

Shift pattern/hours: Monday to Sunday (05.30-14.00 or 10.00-18.30)

At Sodexo, we take pride in delivering exceptional culinary experiences for our armed forces personnel, ensuring they enjoy high-quality meals. As a Sous Chef, you’ll lead a dedicated team, share your expertise, and ensure food and beverage excellence.

What you’ll do:

• Take charge of the kitchen in the absence of senior colleagues, offering guidance and support to the production team.
• Supervise the preparation and duties of commis chefs, chef de parties, and other kitchen staff, ensuring smooth operations.
• Assist in ordering, preparation, stock control, service running, and clean-down duties.
• Maintain strict adherence to Environmental Health Officer (EHO) guidelines and systems to ensure a safe and efficient kitchen environment.
• Maximise the use of existing stock and demonstrate culinary innovation when needed.
• Collaborate with the Front of House (FOH) team to ensure a seamless and excellent service experience.
• Work alongside your kitchen team on the range, training, guiding, and developing talent.
• Oversee sanitation practices, ensuring all employees follow hygiene standards and regulations.
• Prepare, produce, and present food to the highest culinary standards, consistently exceeding expectations.

What you bring:

• NVQ Level 2/3 or equivalent experience in a busy kitchen environment.
• Basic IT skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Experience in menu planning and production.
• Exposure to bulk cooking and large-scale meal preparation.
• A strong desire to learn and develop new culinary skills.
• A positive, approachable, and team-oriented attitude.
• Relevant experience, even if you haven't held the title of 'Sous Chef'. We’d love to hear from you!

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.