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Head Chef

Job Introduction

  • 40 hours per week
  • Monday - Friday (May need to work occasional weekend to meet the needs of the business)
  • £15.06 per hour
  • Car parking available onsite

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Job Description:

Position: Head Chef at Sodexo, RAF Brize Norton, Carterton

As aHead Chef at Sodexo, you will play a key role in overseeing the culinaryoperations and managing the production of food and beverages for our armedforces personnel. Your expertise will ensure the delivery of high-qualitymeals that contribute to the operational success and morale of the team.

What You'll Do:

  • Maintain strong client and customer relationships

  • Support menu planning using Recipe on Line and ensure adherence to menus and recipes

  • Supervise food production, preparation, service, and hygiene standards

  • Ensure correct food storage, waste reduction, and stock security

  • Monitor and record food and equipment temperatures in line with the Safety Management System

  • Lead opening, handover, and closing procedures, prioritising safety and security

  • Maintain high personal and workplace hygiene standards

  • Participate in team briefs, meetings, and performance reviews

  • Report accidents, near-misses, and equipment faults

  • Maintain accurate post-production, feeding numbers, and system updates

  • Carry out any reasonable duties as required by management

What You Bring:

Essential -

  • Proven experience in kitchen management

  • Strong verbal and written communication skills

  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively

  • Excellent attention to detail and commitment to standards

  • Health & Safety and Food Safety knowledge/qualification

  • Competent in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)

    • Catering qualification such as:

      • BSC (Catering), MHCIM, HND

      • City & Guilds 706/1 & 2

      • NVQ Level 2 or 3

      • Intermediate Food Safety

Desirable -

  • Experience working in a military environment
  • Previous team supervision experience
  • Strong leadership qualities
  • Ability to analyse problems and implement innovative solutions
  • IOSH qualification or equivalent

What we offer:

  • On-the-job training with experienced professionals
  • Fully funded apprenticeship qualifications
  • Career development opportunities within Sodexo
  • A friendly and supportive work environment
  • 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 be part of a companythat values its employees and offers real career growth opportunities.


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Salary £15.06 Per Hour
Frequency Hourly
Job Reference SDX/TP/1117004/151073
Contract Type Permanent – Full Time
Closing Date 08 December, 2025
Job Category Chefs
Business Unit UK Government - Frontline
Location Carterton, United Kingdom
No. of positions 1
Posted on 24 November, 2025
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