Job Description

Bring Your Talent to the Table - Become a Chef at Sodexo, Priors Court (Thatcham)!
Great food. Real purpose. A place where you can grow.
If you love creating food that makes people feel cared for, this is your chance to shine. As a Chef at Sodexo, you'll play a vital role in shaping daily life for students and staff-serving meals that fuel learning, comfort, and community. And you'll do it in a team that celebrates your ideas, supports your growth, and empowers you to thrive.
This isn't just another kitchen job.
It's a place where what you cook truly matters.
What You'll Do
You'll be at the heart of our kitchen, helping to deliver an exceptional dining experience every single day:

• Prepare, cook, and serve fresh, tasty meals that bring joy to students and House staff.
• Lead daily kitchen operations and take ownership of your personal development.
• Bring creativity, quality, and consistency to our catering and hospitality service.
• Motivate and guide junior team members, building a positive, supportive kitchen culture.
• Champion food safety and service excellence-training others to do the same.
• Keep equipment and kitchen areas spotless, organised, and running smoothly.
• Maintain the highest standards from prep to plate, ensuring every dish hits the mark.
• Follow set procedures while bringing your own passion and flair to the role.
• If you love food and love making a difference, you'll feel right at home.

What You Bring

• We're looking for a Chef who's passionate, proactive, and ready to step up:
• Experience catering for 100-150 people
• NVQ Level 2 in Catering (or equivalent)
• Hands-on experience as a Chef
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to shine both independently and within a team
• A calm, confident approach when the heat is on
• Pride in producing food that looks great and tastes even better

What You'll Get
At Sodexo, you're not just joining a team-you're joining a community. We invest in your wellbeing, your growth, and your future.
You'll enjoy:

• 24/7 wellbeing support and mental health resources
• An Employee Assistance Programme for financial, legal, and personal advice
• Access to a wellbeing app with rewards, a virtual GP, and lifestyle tools
• Discounts for you, friends, and family on top brands and experiences
• Financial support tools via Salary Finance
• Sodexo Retirement Plan
• Death in Service benefit
• Huge opportunities to learn, grow, and build your career
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Paid volunteering opportunities
• A flexible, welcoming, dynamic workplace
• Competitive pay
• Full training and protective uniform

Ready to cook with purpose?
Join a team that values your passion and gives you the space to grow.
Apply today and bring your flavour to Sodexo!
**Sodexo and our Clients are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Certain roles will require applicants to undergo screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (UK) and / or Disclosure Scotland (Scotland)**
*Sodexo reserves the right to close this advert early if we are in receipt of a high number of application
Package Description
"You bring your passion for food. We'll bring our passion for developing our people"

• 14 per hour
• 40 hours per week
• Working pattern: 5 out of 7 days (flexible shifts)
• 52 weeks Contract with Meals on duty
• Location: Priors Court Priors Ct Rd, Hermitage, Thatcham RG18 9NU
• Valid UK Driver's Licence and own car is essential if applying from neighbouring cities and town

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About the Company
About Sodexo
At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better every day for everyone to build a better life for all. As the global leader in services that improve the Quality of Life, we operate in 55 countries, serving over 100 million consumers each day through our unique combination of On-Site Food and FM Services, Benefits & Rewards Services and Personal & Home Services.
We are committed to being an inclusive employer. We are a forces friendly employer. We welcome and encourage applications from people with a diverse variety of experiences, backgrounds and identities. We encourage our employees to get involved with our Employee Networks such as Pride, Sodexo Parents & Carers, Sodexo Disability, Ability network, So Together, Generations and Origins.
We're a Disability Confident Leader employer. We're committed to changing attitudes towards disability, and making sure disabled people have the chance to fulfil their aspirations. We run a Disability Confident interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria for the job.
Click to read more about what we do to promote an inclusive culture.
Attached documents
Salary 14 per hour
Frequency Hourly
Job Reference SDX/TP/2188143/150789
Contract Type Permanent
Closing Date 03 December, 2025
Job Category Chefs
Business Unit UK Schools - Frontline
Location Newbury, United Kingdom
No. of positions 1
Posted on 19 November, 2025

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