Sodexo Ltd

Apprentice Chef

Aldershot GU11 2BG

Key information

Pay
£12.71 to £12.71 an hour
Hours
Full-time
Contract
Permanent
Posted date
19 Oct 2026
Closing date
2 Nov 2026

About this role

  • 40 hours per week
  • 5 days out of 7
  • £12.71 per hour

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Are you passionate about food and ready to start your career in the kitchen? Sodexo is looking for a motivated Trainee Chef/Apprentice to join our team in Aldershot! This is a fantastic opportunity tolearn new skills, gain hands-on experience and develop your passion for cookingalongside an experienced kitchen team.

What makes thisrole rewarding?

  • Learn and develop essential cooking skills and techniques alongside experienced chefs.
  • Assist with food preparation, cooking and presenting delicious, high-quality meals.
  • Maintain high standards of food hygiene, cleanliness and kitchen safety.
  • Work collaboratively with the kitchen team to deliver excellent food and service.
  • Gain hands-on experience while working towards a recognised professional chef qualification.

What you'll do

  • A genuine passion for food and enthusiasm for starting a career as a chef.
  • A positive attitude and willingness to learn new skills and techniques.
  • The ability to work well as part of a team in a busy kitchen environment.
  • Good attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining high standards of food hygiene and safety.
  • No previous kitchen experience is necessary, just a willingness to learn and a desire to succeed!

What you bring

  • Previous experience in a professional cooking or catering role is essential.
  • Good knowledge of food safety, hygiene and kitchen procedures.
  • Able to work independently, manage your time and prioritise tasks.
  • Good communication and customer service skills.
  • Reliable, self-motivated and confident working alone.
  • Positive and flexible, with the ability to work well with others and follow procedures.

Whatwe offer

Working with Sodexo is more thanjust a job – it's an opportunity to be part of something bigger. You'll join ateam that values your contribution, supports your development, and empowers youto make a positive impact every day. In addition, we offer:

  • Mental health and wellbeingsupport
  • Employee Assistance Programmeproviding personal, legal, and financial advice
  • 24/7 virtual GP access andlifestyle rewards
  • Discounts for you and yourfamily
  • Financial wellbeing tools andretirement planning support
  • Cycle to Work scheme and a paidVolunteering Day

JoinSodexo as a Trainee Chef/Apprentice and turn your passion for food into arewarding career! Learn from experienced chefs, develop your cooking skills andgain hands-on experience while working towards a professional qualification!