Commis Chef

Sodexo


Date: 10 hours ago
City: Reading
Contract type: Full time
Job Introduction

  • 37.5 hours per week
  • 5 days out of 7
  • Earlier shift: 05:30 till 13:30
  • Later shift: 10:00 till 18:00
  • £14.18 per hour
  • Free on site Gym including swimming pool and classes
  • Free Car parking
  • Subsidised meals
  • On site shop with discount
  • Enjoy a coffee and a cake at Blades, our on site coffee shop
  • Family Days with flying displays, including Red Arrows
  • Yearly National Culinary Competitions
  • Opportunity to mentor apprentices

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About The Role

Position: Commis Chef at Sodexo, RAF Odiham, Hook Hampshire, RG29 1QT

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

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

Desirable Skills

  • Experience working in military or government catering
  • IOSH qualification or equivalent
  • Knowledge of MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)

What We Offer

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.

Join usand thrive in your own way!

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