Cook

Sodexo Ltd; Scunthorpe; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading service company in Scunthorpe is seeking a Cook to join its dedicated kitchen team. You will prepare and serve high-quality dishes while ensuring a hygienic environment. Ideal candidates should have a passion for food, basic kitchen experience, and a solid understanding of food safety practices. This role offers opportunities for personal and professional growth in a supportive environment, along with various employee benefits.

Benefits

Mental health & wellbeing support

Employee Assistance Programme

24/7 virtual GP

Financial tools & retirement plan

Cycle to Work scheme

Paid volunteering day

Qualifications

• Basic kitchen or catering experience, training provided.
• Good understanding of food safety and hygiene practices.
• Minimum 1 year’s catering experience is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Deliver daily kitchen services to meet required standards.
• Maintain kitchen cleanliness and communicate standards effectively.
• Ensure compliance with food safety regulations.

Skills

Passion for food

Good communication skills

Attention to detail

Team player

Education

NVQ or equivalent cooking qualification

Job description

Overview

• 37.5 hours per week
• Monday - Friday
• 12:30 till 20:30
• £13.00 per hour
• Free on-site parking

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Join Sodexo as aCookinScunthorpe, where your passion for great food and fresh ideaswill be valued every day. You’ll be part of a dedicated kitchen team, preparingand serving high-quality dishes that bring smiles to our customers. At Sodexo,we don’t just serve meals—we create experiences, and as a Cook you’ll have thechance to learn, grow, and take the next step in your culinary career with oneof the world’s leading service companies.

What You'll Do:

• Deliver daily kitchen services in line with the Statement of Works, consistently meeting required standards and supporting monitoring and auditing processes.
• Maintain overall kitchen cleanliness, setting high standards and communicating these effectively to ensure customers enjoy a professional, well-presented, and hygienic environment.
• Be fully conversant with the concept, presentation, and delivery of all menu items, demonstrating strong knowledge of cooking methods and preparation techniques.
• Ensure full compliance with all statutory requirements and Sodexo regulations regarding Food Safety and Hygiene.

What You Bring:

• Passion for food and a desire to develop culinary skills
• Basic kitchen or catering experience, with training and support provided
• Good understanding of food safety, hygiene, and health & safety practices
• Positive team player with strong communication skills and a flexible approach
• Reliability, attention to detail, and pride in delivering high standards
• Minimum 1 year’s catering experience (NVQ or equivalent cooking qualification desirable)

What we offer:

Working with Sodexo is more thana job; it’s a chance to be part of something greater.You’ll belong in acompany and team that values you for you; you’ll act with purpose and have animpact through your everyday actions; and you’ll be able to thrive in your ownway. In addition, we offer:

• Mental health & wellbeing support
• Employee Assistance Programme for personal, legal, and financial advice
• 24/7 virtual GP & lifestyle rewards
• Discounts for you & family
• Financial tools & retirement plan
• Cycle to Work & Paid volunteering day

Apply today,sharpen your skills, and cook up a career with Sodexo!

Sodexo reservesthe right to close this advert early if we are in receipt of a high number ofapplications