Job Description

Join Sodexo at Mons Barracks in Aldershot and bring your culinary passion to a unique and rewarding role within a Ministry of Defence (MOD) environment. You'll be working side-by-side with military personnel, preparing high-quality meals that fuel our armed forces, and supporting a range of exciting events and functions.
This isn't justanother kitchen job - it's a chance to be part of something bigger. If youthrive in a fast-paced, professional setting and want your skills to make areal impact, we'd love to hear from you.
What you'lldo:

• 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'relooking 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

DesirableSkills:

• Experience working in military or government catering
• IOSH qualification or equivalent
• Knowledge of MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)

What weoffer:
Join Sodexo for more than just a job-be part ofsomething bigger. You'll belong, have purpose, and make an impact every day. Weoffer:

• 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, a 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.

Find your path and flourish with us.
Salary 12.61
Frequency Hourly
Job Reference SDX/TP/1022707/144539
Contract Type Permanent - Full Time
Closing Date 08 July, 2025
Job Category Catering Staff
Business Unit UK Government - Frontline
Location Aldershot, United Kingdom
No. of positions 1
Posted on 24 June, 2025