Trainee Chef
| Posting date: | 23 September 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £12.21 per hour |
| Additional salary information: | Competitive |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 07 October 2025 |
| Location: | Salisbury, SP4 8QT |
| Company: | Sodexo Ltd |
| Job type: | Apprenticeship |
| Job reference: | SDX/TP/1117004/148246 |
Summary
- 35 - 40 hours per week (Depending on age)
- 5 out of 7 (shifts 0530 - 1400 / 1015 - 1845 / Weekends 0900 - 1800)
- £12.21 per hour
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About the role:
Are you passionate about food and eager to kickstart your career in the culinary industry? Sodexo is looking for a motivated Trainee Chef/Apprentice to join our dynamic kitchen team at Larkhill Garrison, Larkhill, Wiltshire, SP4 8QT
To train to a competent level whereby you are capable of providing meals to the customer to the highest possible standards and assist with the smooth running of the catering facility.
What you’ll do:
- Operate all types of kitchen equipment and machinery in accordance with manufacturer’ instructions.
- Reporting of defects to the 2nd Chef/Head Chef
- To maintain and manage the required high operational and personal standard of hygiene and presentation within the team at all times in compliance with the Food Safety Act.
- Compliance by you and your team to the Health and Safety Act and COSHH regulations.
- The preparation, cooking and service of food as directed by the 2nd Chef/ Head Chef, whilst complying to the food safety act, portion control and presentation standards.
- Ensure that assured safe catering principals are followed at all times encompassing legal requirements of the Food Safety Act.
- To ensure that working areas are kept clean and tidy adopting a “clean as you go” policy with in the kitchen.
- To ensure that all foods served under your control are served and held at the required temperatures (probed and recorded).
- Ensure that the kitchen area that you are working in is clean and hygienic at all times.
- Ensure that decanting methods are strictly adhered to.
- Ensure that fridge discipline is strictly adhered to.
- Ensure accurate records are maintained as directed in the H&S Manual and Quality System.
- To continue to develop ones own skills / knowledge within the position.
What we’re looking for:
- A passion for food and a keen interest in a career as a chef
- Willingness to learn and work as part of a team
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to high standards
- No prior experience required—just enthusiasm and a great attitude!
What we offer:
- On-the-job training with experienced professionals
- Fully funded apprenticeship qualifications
- Career development opportunities within Sodexo
- A friendly and supportive work environment
- 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 Sodexo and start your journeytowards becoming a skilled chef in a company that values growth anddevelopment.
Apply nowand take the firststep in your culinary career!