At a Glance
- Tasks: Prepare and serve high-quality meals in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
- Company: Join Sodexo, a leader in catering within the Ministry of Defence.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, wellbeing support, career growth, and flexible work options.
- Other info: Be part of a supportive team with excellent development opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real impact while showcasing your culinary skills at exciting events.
- Qualifications: Professional chef experience and recognised culinary qualifications required.
The predicted salary is between 16.74 - 16.74 £ per hour.
35 hours per week, 5 Days out of 7, Flexible Shift Patterns, £16.74 per hour.
About the role:
Join our team for a unique and rewarding catering role in a Ministry of Defence (MOD) environment, where you’ll work alongside military personnel, preparing high-quality meals and supporting exciting functions. This is an opportunity to be part of something bigger, 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:
- 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!
We think you need these skills to ace Chef in Bicester
Culinary Skills
Food Safety Knowledge
Hygiene Standards Compliance
Teamwork
High-Pressure Environment Adaptability
Customer Service
Bulk Cooking
