Chef

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

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

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 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!

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Salary	£14.18 per hour plus Sodexo Benefits
Frequency	Hourly
Job Reference	SDX/TP/1964195/147452
Contract Type	Permanent – Full Time
Closing Date	18 September, 2025
Job Category	Chefs
Business Unit	UK Government - Frontline
Location	Reading, Flexible
No. of positions	4
Posted on	04 September, 2025

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