Cook - South Killingholme

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

Job summary

A leading food services company in South Killingholme is seeking a dedicated Catering Assistant. You will be responsible for preparing 400-600 meals daily while ensuring compliance with safety guidelines. The ideal candidate has experience in high-volume catering and strong communication skills. This part-time position offers £14.23 per hour along with various benefits including wellbeing support and career development opportunities.

Benefits

Free staff car parking

Wellbeing support

Employee Assistance Programme

Sodexo Discounts Scheme

Membership of 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.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and remain calm under pressure.
• Professional appearance with a strong focus on hygiene.

Responsibilities

• Prepare 400-600 meals daily to a high standard.
• Ensure all food is produced in line with HACCP and guidelines.
• Provide efficient and friendly service to customers.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Organisational skills

Catering experience

Ability to work under pressure

Education

Supervising Food Safely Level 3 qualification

IOSH Managing Safely or similar qualification

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

Qualifications

• 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 Safely Level 3 qualification (essential)
• 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

Benefits

• Working with Sodexo is more than a job—it’s a chance to be part of something greater. You’ll be valued for who you are and supported to thrive in your own way.
• £14.23 per hour
• 12–18 hours per week
• Shifts: 1st week 12 hrs & 2nd week 18 hrs, with 1st week Wednesdays & Thursdays, 2nd week Wednesday-Friday
• 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.