Cook

40 hours per week

5 days out of 7

05:00 - 13:30 and 11:00 - 19:30

£14.00 per hour

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Love cooking and want a role where your skills really make a difference? JoinSodexoas aCookat one of our Ministry of Defence sites and become part of a team that keeps people fuelled, energised and ready for the day.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a professionalcatering team where you’ll be preparing fresh, nutritious and great-tastingfood for our military personnel. You’ll work in a busy but supportive kitchen,with the opportunity to develop your skills and take pride in the food youserve every day.

With40 hours per week, 5 days out of 7 and acompetitive rate of £14.00 per hour, this role offers a great opportunity tobuild a rewarding career with Sodexo while enjoying a structured workingenvironment.

Whether you’re an experienced Cook or looking to takethe next step in your catering career, we’d love to hear from you!

What you'll do

• Prepare, cook and serve high-quality meals in a busy, professional kitchen.
• Take pride in delivering delicious, well-presented food to military personnel, maintaining excellent standards every day.
• Work closely with the front-of-house team to provide a friendly, efficient service and a great experience for everyone.
• Maintain the highest standards of food safety, hygiene and cleanliness, following EHO guidelines and Sodexo procedures.
• Support bulk cooking while ensuring every dish is consistent, fresh and prepared to the same high standard.
• Help keep the kitchen running smoothly by following best practices and maintaining excellent standards of sanitation.
• Get involved in special functions and high-profile events, giving you the opportunity to showcase your cooking skills and creativity.

What you bring

• Previous experience as a Chef or Cook in a catering or hospitality environment.
• A relevant catering qualification is desirable, but not essential.
• Good knowledge of food safety, hygiene and health and safety standards.
• Able to work well as part of a team in a busy kitchen.
• A genuine passion for cooking and providing high-quality food and service.
• Experience in military or government catering would be an advantage.
• IOSH qualification and basic knowledge of Microsoft Office would be desirable.

What we offer

Working with Sodexo is more than just a job – it's anopportunity to be part of something bigger. You'll join a team that values yourcontribution, supports your development, and empowers you to make a positiveimpact every day. In addition, we offer:

• Mental health and wellbeing support
• Employee Assistance Programme providing personal,legal, and financial advice
• 24/7 virtual GP access and lifestyle rewards
• Discounts for you and your family
• Financial wellbeing tools and retirement planningsupport
• Cycle to Work scheme and a paid Volunteering Day

If you’re passionate about cooking and want a rolewhere you can develop your skills, work as part of a great team and make adifference every day, apply today and join Sodexo