Cook

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

Job summary

A leading catering services company in Immingham is seeking a dedicated catering team member to prepare meals and ensure high standards of service. The ideal candidate will have experience in high-volume catering and possess strong teamwork and communication skills. Responsibilities include meal preparation, food safety compliance, and providing excellent customer service. This position offers flexible shifts and benefits including wellbeing support and a pension plan.

Benefits

Free staff car parking on site

Wellbeing support and Employee Assistance Programme

24/7 access to a virtual GP

Sodexo Discounts Scheme

Membership of our Pension Plan

Opportunities for learning and career development

Bike to Work Scheme

Enhanced family-friendly policies

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a high-volume catering environment.
• Supervising Food Safety Level 3 qualification (desirable/working towards).
• Previous Lead Chef, Sous Chef or production kitchen experience.

Responsibilities

• Prepare 400-600 meals daily to a high standard.
• Ensure all food is produced in line with HACCP and company guidelines.
• Provide efficient and friendly service to customers.
• Maintain kitchen and service areas to the highest hygiene standards.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Organisational skills

Ability to prioritise tasks

Food passion

Education

Food Safety Level 3 qualification

IOSH Managing Safely or similar

Job description

Responsibilities

• Prepare 400-600 meals daily to a high standard and on schedule
• Ensure all food is produced in line with HACCP and Sodexo guidelines, with accurate record keeping
• Provide efficient and friendly service to customers during meal times
• Maintain kitchen and service areas to the highest hygiene standards, completing all required documentation
• Support the Chef Manager with buffets, functions, stock control and ordering
• Assist with food preparation in the Grab & Go unit and Walmer House as required
• Report incidents or customer feedback promptly, ensuring documentation is completed
• Contribute to the training and development of junior catering team members
• Play a key role in the smooth running of the catering operation
• Proven experience in a high-volume catering environment
• Strong teamwork, communication and organisational skills
• Ability to prioritise tasks and remain calm under pressure
• Passionate about food and customer service
• Supervising Food Safety Level 3 qualification (desirable / working towards)
• IOSH Managing Safely or similar qualification (desirable)
• Previous Lead Chef, Sous Chef or production kitchen experience
• Knowledge of contract catering and staff training desirable
• Professional appearance with a strong focus on hygiene

Compensation

• 14.23 per hour
• 12-18 hours per week
• Shifts: (Shifts are: 1st week 12 hrs & 2nd week 18 hrs) 1st week Wed & Thurs & 2nd week Wed - Friday. Wednesday & Thursday 7.00am - 1.00pm & Alternative Fridays 7.00am - 1.00pm

Benefits

• Free staff car parking on site
• Wellbeing support and Employee Assistance Programme
• 24/7 access to a virtual GP
• Sodexo Discounts Scheme with savings on leading retailers
• Membership of our Pension Plan
• Opportunities for learning and career development
• Bike to Work Scheme
• Enhanced family-friendly policies

About Sodexo

Sodexo is the global leader in services that improve the Quality of Life, operating in 55 countries and serving over 100 million consumers daily. We are an inclusive, forces-friendly and Disability Confident Leader employer, committed to ensuring everyone has the chance to succeed.