Cook - Breakfast & Lunch, Flexible Hours, Free Parking

Sodexo; Burton upon Trent; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free parking

Career development

Employee benefits package

Job summary

Sodexo in Tutbury is recruiting a Cook for a fixed-term six-month period. You will prepare and present high-quality meals, including breakfast service, and support daily kitchen operations to ensure smooth service in a fast-paced environment.

The role requires a Cook or Breakfast Chef background with at least Level 2 Food Safety. You will work 37.5 hours weekly across five days out of seven, with free parking and career development opportunities as part of Sodexo's benefits package.

Qualifications

• Experience as Cook or Breakfast Chef is essential.
• Minimum Level 2 Food Safety qualification is essential.
• Strong knowledge of food preparation and safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook and present a variety of high-quality meals, including breakfast service, ensuring excellent food quality and presentation.
• Support the Head Chef and Catering Manager with the smooth running of daily kitchen operations.
• Complete food preparation tasks in accordance with menus, recipes and agreed standards.
• Deliver excellent customer service, creating a welcoming and positive dining experience.
• Support both front-of-house and back-of-house operations, including food counters and service areas.
• Assist with setting up and operating tills, supporting colleagues with till procedures when required.
• Ensure food is prepared, cooked and served in accordance with Food Safety, hygiene and allergen procedures.
• Monitor and record food temperatures, including fridge and freezer checks, ensuring accurate documentation.
• Maintain appropriate portion control, helping to manage food costs and minimise waste.
• Monitor and record food waste, supporting effective stock management and sustainable working practices.
• Assist with stock rotation, storage and maintaining appropriate stock levels.
• Support Food Service Assistants during busy periods, including food service, counter duties and pot washing.
• Provide guidance and support to catering colleagues, helping maintain consistent service standards.
• Maintain a clean, safe and organised kitchen, completing daily cleaning schedules and ensuring equipment and work areas meet hygiene standards.
• Follow Health & Safety, Food Safety, COSHH and fire safety procedures at all times.
• Identify and report equipment faults, hazards, near misses or food safety concerns promptly.
• Work closely with the wider catering team to ensure efficient service and high customer satisfaction.
• Participate in team meetings, briefings and relevant training.
• Support additional catering duties and service requirements when needed.
• Work flexibly to support evening services and bank holidays when required.

Skills

Cook experience

Breakfast chef

Food safety awareness

Teamwork

Flexibility

Education

Level 2 Food Safety

Job description

Sodexo in Tutbury is recruiting a Cook for a fixed-term six-month period. You will prepare and present high-quality meals, including breakfast service, and support daily kitchen operations to ensure smooth service in a fast-paced environment.

The role requires a Cook or Breakfast Chef background with at least Level 2 Food Safety. You will work 37.5 hours weekly across five days out of seven, with free parking and career development opportunities as part of Sodexo's benefits package.