Chef
Sodexo
Date: 9 hours ago
City: Reading
Contract type: Intern

Job Introduction
About The Role
Position: Chef at Sodexo, RAF Odiham, Hook Hampshire
Join ourteam for a unique and rewarding catering role in a Ministry of Defence (MOD)environment. You’ll work alongside military personnel, preparinghigh-quality meals and supporting exciting functions. This is anopportunity to be part of something bigger, using your culinary skills to makea real impact in a fast-paced, professional setting.
What You’ll Do
Join Sodexo for more than just a job—be part ofsomething bigger. You'll belong, have purpose, and make an impact every day. Weoffer:
- 37.5 hours per week
- 5 days out of 7
- Earlier shift: 05:30 till 13:30
- Later shift: 10:30 till 18:30
- £14.18 per hour
- Free car parking onsite
About The Role
Position: Chef at Sodexo, RAF Odiham, Hook Hampshire
Join ourteam for a unique and rewarding catering role in a Ministry of Defence (MOD)environment. You’ll work alongside military personnel, preparinghigh-quality meals and supporting exciting functions. This is anopportunity to be part of something bigger, using your culinary skills to makea 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
- 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
- Experience working in military or government catering
- IOSH qualification or equivalent
- Knowledge of MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
Join Sodexo for more than just a job—be part ofsomething bigger. You'll belong, have purpose, and make an impact every day. Weoffer:
- 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, a 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.
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