Cook

Sodexo Group; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mental health resources

Employee Assistance Programme

Wellbeing app access

Discounts on high street brands

Salary finance tools

Retirement savings plan

Full training and protective uniform

Learning and development opportunities

Cycle to Work scheme

Flexible working

Competitive pay

Job summary

As a Cook at Sodexo at Ferryfield House, Edinburgh, you will prepare fresh, nutritious meals from standardised recipes, contribute to day-to-day kitchen operations and supervise staff when management is unavailable.

You will work 25.54 hours per week with shifts across a 3 days out of 7 pattern, and you’ll support patient wellbeing through quality dining experiences in a hospital setting.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 2 or equivalent experience.
• Good culinary skills and a genuine passion for cooking.
• Experience preparing meals from fresh ingredients and following recipes and standardised recipes.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and manage day-to-day kitchen responsibilities.
• Ability to communicate professionally and respectfully with co-workers and other departments.
• A positive, reliable and team-focused approach.
• Confidence to supervise and support colleagues when management is unavailable.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook fresh, nutritious meals according to recipes and standardised recipes.
• Ensure meals meet quality and presentation standards.
• Place orders and support stock control.
• Maintain a clean, organised kitchen environment.
• Follow health and safety policies and COSHH requirements.
• Respond to day-to-day kitchen requirements and solve problems.
• Supervise staff during weekends and support management when unavailable.
• Lead by example to maintain a positive work environment.

Skills

NVQ Level 2 or equivalent experience

Good culinary skills

Experience with fresh ingredients

Work under pressure

Professional communication

Team-focused

Supervise colleagues when needed

Job description

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£15.50 per hour plus AFC enhancements and Sodexo Benefits

Working Hours:

25.54

Location:

Edinburgh

Closing Date:

06/10/2026

Job Category:

Chefs

UK Healthcare - Frontline

Job Introduction

Cook

Ferryfield House, 100 Pilton Drive, Edinburgh EH5 2HF

Healthy outcomes start with positive patient experiences.

• £15.50 per hour + AFC enhancements and Sodexo Benefits
• 25.54 hours per week
• Shift Pattern: 3 days out of 7 | alternate weeks: week 1- Monday, Saturday, Sunday Week 2- Wednesday, Thursday, Friday

Please take the time to read the attached job description

Job Introduction

Bring your passion to the plate. Make a difference every day.

As a Cookat Sodexo in Ferryfield House in Edinburgh, you’ll play an important role in preparing fresh, nutritious meals that support patient wellbeing and enhance the overall dining experience. This is a hands‑on cooking role, preparing mainly basic meals from fresh ingredients while following standardised recipes to ensure consistency and quality. You’ll also help manage the day-to-day running of the kitchen and supervise Sodexo staff when management is unavailable, particularly at weekend shift. If you’re passionate about cooking, take pride in your work and enjoy being part of a team, this is the role for you. Join Sodexo and be part of something greater. You belong in a team where you can act with purpose and thrive in your way.

What you’ll do:

• Prepare and cook fresh, nutritious meals according to recipes, specifications and standardised recipes
• Ensure meals are prepared consistently and to the required quality and presentation standards
• Ensure orders are placed and support effective stock control
• Maintain a clean, organised and efficient kitchen environment
• Comply with all Company and hospital policies and procedures, as well as statutory requirements relating to health and safety, safe working practices, hygiene, cleanliness, fire safety and COSHH
• Problem-solve effectively and respond appropriately to day-to-day kitchen requirements
• Supervise Sodexo staff when management is unavailable, particularly at weekends
• Lead by example, supporting a positive, professional and respectful working environment

What you bring:

• NVQ Level 2 or equivalent experience
• Good culinary skills and a genuine passion for cooking
• Experience preparing meals from fresh ingredients and following recipes and standardised recipes
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and manage day-to‑day kitchen responsibilities
• Ability to communicate professionally and respectfully with co-workers and other departments
• A positive, reliable and team-focused approach
• Confidence to supervise and support colleagues when management is unavailable

What we offer:

Working at Sodexo isn’t just a job — it’s a chance to make a difference every day. You'll be part of a supportive team, act with purpose, and thrive in a role where your work matters. We also offer a range of benefits to support you and your loved ones:

• Mental health and wellbeing resources
• Employee Assistance Programme (including financial/legal advice & personal support)
• Free health & wellbeing app with 24/7 virtual GP access
• Discounts on high street brands for you and your family
• Salary finance tools and financial wellbeing resources
• Retirement savings plan and life insurance
• Full training and protective uniform provided.
• Opportunities to gain experience through learning and development.
• Cycle to Work scheme & volunteering opportunities.
• Flexible working and a dynamic team environment
• Competitive pay

About Sodexo

At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better every day for everyone to build a better life for all. As the global leader in services that improve the Quality of Life, we operate in 55 countries, serving over 100 million consumers each day through our unique combination of On-Site Food and FM Services, Benefits & Rewards Services and Personal & Home Services.

We are committed tobeingan inclusive employer. We are a forces friendly employer. We welcome and encourage applications from people with a diverse variety of experiences, backgrounds, and identities. We encourage our employees to get involved with our Employee Networks such as Pride, Sodexo Parents & Carers, Sodexo Disability, Ability network, So Together, Generations and Origins.

We’re a Disability Confident Leader employer. We’re committed to changing attitudes towards disability, and making sure disabled people have the chance to fulfil their aspirations. We run a Disability Confident interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria for the job.

Sodexo Disability, Ability network, So Together, Generations and Origins.