Vegan

• 37 hours per week
• 5 out of 7 Days (0700-1500 / 0700 – 1430)
• £12.92 per hour
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About the role:

Position: Cook at Sodexo, RAF Brize Norton, Carterton, OX18 3LX.

We are seeking a skilled and motivated Catering Chef / Cook to join our team.The successful candidate will be responsible for preparing, cooking, and serving high-quality food in line with company processes, systems, and hygiene standards.

You will follow approved recipe cards and menu cycles to ensure consistency, quality, and portion control, while supporting a smooth and efficient catering service in collaboration with Service Catering Personnel (SCP).

This role requires strong attention to detail, compliance with food safety and health & safety regulations, and effective use of digital systems to support a modern catering operation What you’ll do:

• Prepare, cook, and serve food in line with approved recipes, menu cycles, and company standards
• Maintain high standards of quality, presentation, portion control, and food safety at all times
• Monitor and record food waste and temperatures in line with compliance requirements
• Ensure a clean, safe, and compliant kitchen environment
• Use digital systems effectively to support service delivery
• Follow correct procedures for ordering, receiving, storing, and handling food items
• Complete opening, closing, and handover procedures as required
• Maintain professional relationships with customers and colleagues
• Attend required training, meetings, and briefings
• Report hazards, incidents, or equipment faults promptly
• Work across all areas of the site as directed by management
• What we’re looking for:

Essential:

• Experience in a similar role within the service industry at a comparable level
• One of the following qualifications (or equivalent):
• BSc (Catering)
• MHCIM
• HND
• City & Guilds 706/1 and 2
• NVQ Level 2 or 3
• Knowledge of health and safety regulations
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow standards precisely
• Desirable:
• Experience working within a military environment
• IOSH qualification (or equivalent)
• Experience in a customer-facing role
• CIEH Level 2 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.

Sodexo reserves the right to close this advert early if we are in receipt of a high number of applications