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  • 37.5 hours per week
  • Working either 4 days or 5 days out of 7 depending on Rota
  • Flexible to work a variety of shifts between 7am and 8pm according to Rota 
  • £19.83 per hour
  • Free Car Parking On Site
  • Subsidised food in Canteen
  • Family Fun Days
  • Discount at Costa Coffee shop on site
  • Online Recognition Scheme (Reward Hub)
  • Discounts at Sodexo partner brands
  • Due to Security Vetting Requirements you must hold British Nationality and have lived in the UK for at least the last 10 years with no breaks

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About the role:

Position: Chef at Sodexo, RAF High Wycombe, Walters Ash,  HP14 4UE

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
  • Due to Security Vetting Requirements you must hold British Nationality and have lived in the UK for at least the last 10 years with no breaks

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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