Chef de Partie / Military Chef

📍 Alexandra Barracks, Pirbright 💷 Competitive Pay | Weekly Pay | Temp-to-Perm Opportunity

Serve Those Who Serve

This is more than a chef role.

Blue Arrow Southampton is recruiting passionate and motivated chefs for a Temp-to-Perm opportunity at Alexandra Barracks, Pirbright.

Whether you're an experienced Chef de Partie looking for a fresh challenge or a newly qualified chef eager to develop your career, this role offers the chance to work in a professional Defence catering environment where your contribution makes a real difference every day.

You'll be helping to provide high-quality, nutritious meals to the men and women of our Armed Forces, supporting their training, wellbeing, and performance. Every service matters, and every meal contributes to those who dedicate themselves to serving our country.

If you're passionate about fresh food, take pride in your work, and want to be part of something bigger than the next restaurant service, we'd love to hear from you.

Why Join This Team?

✅ Genuine Temp-to-Perm opportunity

✅ Competitive hourly rates

✅ Weekly pay

✅ Work with fresh ingredients and quality produce

✅ Gain valuable experience within the Defence sector

✅ Structured and professional kitchen environment

✅ Opportunities to develop your culinary skills and career

✅ Holiday pay accrued from day one

✅ Dedicated support from the Blue Arrow Southampton team

Your Responsibilities

• Preparing and cooking fresh meals to a high standard
• Supporting breakfast, lunch and dinner services
• Running your own section and maintaining excellent standards
• Ensuring food hygiene and health & safety procedures are followed
• Supporting stock control and kitchen organisation
• Working collaboratively within a professional catering team

What We're Looking For

• Experienced chefs or newly qualified chefs looking to develop their skills
• Passion for fresh food and quality cooking
• Strong work ethic and a positive attitude
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent teamwork and communication skills
• A commitment to delivering consistently high standards

Essential Requirements

✔ Own transport is mandatory due to the location of the site

✔ Ability to start shifts from 06:00

✔ Flexibility with both start and finish times to meet operational requirements

✔ Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate (or willingness to obtain one)

✔ Right to work in the UK

Build a Career with Purpose

This role offers more than just a pay cheque.

It's an opportunity to build valuable experience within the Defence sector, develop your culinary skills, and support the people who serve our nation.

If you're looking for a role where your work matters, your skills can grow, and a permanent opportunity awaits, apply today.

Ready to Answer the Call?

Apply now and speak with the Blue Arrow Southampton team about joining the catering operation at Alexandra Barracks, Pirbright.

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