Job Description

Job Introduction
35 hours per week Shift pattern/ hours - Monday to Friday 13.00 per hour Access to Sodexo rewards hub and discounts Minimum Level 2 NVQ in Catering required for this role.


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About the role:


Position:

Chef

at Sodexo, at Merville Barracks, Circular Road South, Colchester, Essex CO2 7UT


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:


Join Sodexo for more than just a job--be part of something bigger. You'll belong, have purpose, and make an impact every day. 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!