Cook

Sodexo Group; York; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a leading company as a Cook at their York location, where you'll prepare high-quality meals and manage kitchen operations. This role offers valuable experience in a residential setting, supporting individuals facing complex challenges. You'll benefit from full training, uniform provision, and various employee perks.

Benefits

Wellbeing Support

Financial Benefits

Career Growth

Work Perks

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a cooking or catering role is desirable.
• Knowledge of food safety and kitchen procedures required.
• Ability to work independently and manage time efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook a variety of meals for residents and staff.
• Manage kitchen operations with minimal supervision.
• Ensure compliance with food safety and hygiene standards.

Skills

Communication

Customer Service

Organisational Skills

Job description

Please note - age restriction appliesfor this position, so candidates must be over the age of 18+ and have a validPhotographic ID

• 15 hours per week
• Friday hours - 13.00-18.00
• Saturday and Sunday hours- 09.00-14.00
• £12.31per hour
• Uniform and full training provided
• Access to Sodexo reward hub and discounts

Join Sodexo as a Cook at our Southview, Broughbridge Road,York, Y026 6RU site.

In this essential lone-working role, you will be responsible for preparing and cooking high-quality meals for the residents and staff in a fixed location, ensuring safe, nutritious, and welcoming environments.

You’llbe in charge of all aspects of food production at the site, workingindependently to deliver meals that meet the needs of the residents.

ApprovedPremises play a key role in supporting individuals released from prison,offering enhanced supervision and rehabilitation within thecommunity.This role offers valuable experience working in a residentialsetting with individuals facing complex challenges.

What you’ll do:

• Independently prepare and cook a variety of meals according to scheduled menus for residents and staff.
• Manage your own schedule and kitchen operations, ensuring meals are prepared and served on time with minimal supervision.
• Maintain high standards of food safety, cleanliness, and hygiene in all areas, including the kitchen and dining spaces.
• Restock essential kitchen supplies like ingredients, utensils, and cleaning products.
• Communicate with site staff and other departments as needed, providing updates and ensuring smooth operations.
• Adhere to health and safety protocols at all times, ensuring compliance while working alone.

What you bring:

• Previous experience in a cooking or catering role is desirable, along with knowledge of food safety and kitchen procedures.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills, with the ability to work independently.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage time and tasks efficiently while working alone.
• The ability to remain self-motivated and proactive when working without direct supervision.
• A positive, independent, and team-oriented attitude, with a willingness to follow direction when needed.

What we offer:

JoinSodexo 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.