Chef
Be part of something greater.
- Job reference: SDX/TP/1022707/158821
- Location: Wallingford
- Job type: Full Time - 37.5 hours per week
- Salary: £16.72 per hour
- Closing date: 06 July 2026
About the role
Due to security requirements you must have been continuously resident in UK for last 3 years to apply for this position
- 37.5 hours per week
- Various shift patterns
- 06:00 till14:00
- 08:00 till 16:00
- 10:00 till 18:00
- 11:00 till 19:00
- 5 days out of 7
- £16.72 per hour
- Free onsite parking
- 10% discount at Site Shop
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Join Sodexo and take on a unique and rewarding Chef role within a Ministry of Defence environment. Working alongside military personnel, you'll prepare high-quality meals, support a variety of events and functions, and contribute to the smooth running of an important operational setting.
This is more than just a catering role—it's an opportunity to be part of a team that makes a real difference every day. You'll use your culinary expertise in a fast-paced, professional environment while enjoying the satisfaction of supporting those who serve. If you're passionate about delivering excellent food and thrive in a dynamic setting, we'd love to hear from you.
What you’ll do:
- Prepare, cook, and present high-quality meals in a fast-paced kitchen, ensuring consistency and excellent standards at all times.
- Deliver meals to military personnel and support high-profile events, functions, and special occasions.
- Maintain the highest standards of food safety, hygiene, and kitchen sanitation, ensuring full compliance with EHO regulations.
- Support large-scale and bulk food production while maintaining quality, presentation, and attention to detail.
- Work collaboratively with kitchen and front-of-house teams to provide an outstanding dining experience and efficient service.
What you bring:
- Proven experience as a Chef in a catering, hospitality, or large-scale food service environment, with a passion for delivering exceptional food and service.
- Hold a recognised culinary qualification, such as City & Guilds 706/1 & 2, NVQ Level 2/3 in Professional Cookery, or an equivalent certification.
- Strong understanding of food safety, hygiene, and health & safety regulations, with a commitment to maintaining the highest standards.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment, demonstrating excellent organisation, communication, and time-management skills.
- Experience within military, government, or contract catering environments is advantageous, as are IOSH certification and proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, and Outlook).
What we offer:
Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it’s a chance to be part of something greater. You’ll belong in a company and team that values you for you; you’ll act with purpose and have an impact through your everyday actions; and you’ll be able to thrive in your own way. In addition, we offer:
- Mental health & wellbeing support
- Employee Assistance Programme for personal, legal, and financial advice
- 24/7 virtual GP & lifestyle rewards
- Discounts for you & family
- Financial tools & retirement plan
- Cycle to Work & Paid Volunteering Day
Join Sodexo as a Chef and use your culinary expertise to deliver exceptional food and service in a fast-paced, professional kitchen environment!
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Advice and guidance
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Pension Plan
Save effectively for your future when you join the Sodexo Pension Plan. -
Wellbeing support
Unlimited access to online support for your mental health, 24/7. -
Generous leave
For holidays, care needs or major life events, we’ll help you rest and recharge. -
Discounts and savings
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Virtual GP
24-hour access to video or phone consultations for you and your family.
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
At our company, we believe in fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone has the opportunity to thrive. Roles at Sodexo are designed to empower individuals from all backgrounds. We are committed to creating an environment that values equity and supports the growth of all employees, ensuring that everyone can contribute to and benefit from our collective success.
Social Impact
Ever since we started, we’ve had a clear purpose – to do some good in our communities through helping people. Today, that purpose is still a huge part of who we are. And every one of our colleagues helps that happen.
We’re committed to volunteering our time, resources, skills and knowledge – more than 50% of colleagues contribute to thousands of volunteer hours every year. And our Charitable Foundation has now donated over £9 million to charities and good causes across the country.
Wallingford, United Kingdom, OX10 6AA
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