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Join [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] as a Chef at the Land Warfare Centre in Warminster, preparing high-quality meals for military personnel. Full-time, 40 hours/week, £12.99/hr. Requires professional chef experience and culinary qualifications. Benefits include wellbeing support, pension, discounts.
About the role
- 40 hours per week
- 5 out of 7 days (Early Shift 06:30-14:30, Late Shift 12:00-20:30, one weekend in four, split shift 9:00-13:00-17:00-20:30), overtime required for functions
- £12.99 per hour
- [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] benefits
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Position
Chef at [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal], Land Warfare Centre, Warminster BA12 0DJ. 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.
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 [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] 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.
[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] reserves the right to close this advert early if we are in receipt of a high number of applications.
Key Benefits
Including advice and guidance, pension plan, wellbeing support, generous leave, discounts and savings, and virtual GP.
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
At our company, we believe in fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. Roles at [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] are designed to empower individuals from all backgrounds.
Location
Warminster, United Kingdom, BA12 0DJ.