Night Chef
Job Introduction
Chef – Shetland Islands
Location: Sellaness / Sullom Voe Terminal, Shetland
Pay: £15.80 per hour
⏱ Hours: Night shift 20:00 – 08:00
Rotation: 3 weeks on / 3 weeks off (some loan working may be required)
Life in Shetland
Join us for the unique opportunity to live and work in the stunning Shetland Islands. Known for dramatic coastlines, unspoilt beaches, and incredible wildlife—from puffins to Shetland ponies—Shetland is where nature and culture meet.
On your time off, enjoy wide open spaces, fresh sea air, local music, and a welcoming island community. If you’re looking for adventure, a change of pace, and a chance to combine your career with breathtaking surroundings, Shetland is the perfect place.
What We Offer
3 weeks on / 3 weeks off rotation
Night shift: 20:00 – 08:00
£15.80 per hour
Accommodation, meals, and laundry provided
Free return travel between Shetland and Aberdeen
Full uniform and training supplied
Pension scheme (Legal & General)
Modern on-site 24/7 gym and bar
Sodexo discounts and rewards hub
Career development and recognition opportunities
Wellbeing support, Employee Assistance Programme, and 24/7 virtual GP
What You’ll Do
Prepare and cook meals
Lead food preparation in your section
Support menu planning, stock ordering, and compliance records
Train, guide, and develop team members
Maintain a clean, safe, and efficient kitchen
Deliver excellent customer service
Assist the Head Chef with ordering and paperwork
Follow all Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) standards at all times
What You Bring
Minimum 2 years’ experience in a professional kitchen
NVQ Level 2 qualification (essential)
Experience in menu planning and large-scale or bulk catering
Hands-on approach with strong organisational and team leadership skills
About Sodexo
Our purpose is simple: create a better everyday for everyone. Operating in 55 countries, we serve over 100 million people daily through On-Site Food & FM Services, Benefits & Rewards Services, and Personal & Home Services.
We are proud to be an inclusive employer, a Disability Confident Leader, and a Forces Friendly organisation, welcoming applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities.
Why Sodexo?
Working with Sodexo is more than a job—it’s a chance to be part of something greater.
Belong: Join a company and team that values you for who you are
Act with purpose: Make an impact through your everyday actions
Thrive: Grow and succeed in your own way
We also offer a wide range of perks, rewards, and benefits for you and your family:
Unlimited access to an online platform offering wellbeing support
Extensive Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) for personal, legal, or financial guidance
24/7 virtual GP service
Sodexo Discounts Scheme with deals across major retailers
Pension Plan membership to save for your future
Career growth opportunities, learning, and development tools
Bike to Work Scheme
Enhanced UK & Ireland benefits and leave policies
Ready to be part of something greater?
Feed our teams, fuel your career, and experience the natural beauty of Shetland.
(Sodexo reserves the right to close this advert early if a high number of applications are received.)
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