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Sodexo Ltd; Aldeburgh; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free car parking / Blue light card

Holidays

Job summary

Sodexo Ltd in Aldeburgh Community Hospital is seeking a Cook to prepare high-quality meals that support patient wellbeing and enhance the dining experience. You’ll manage your own kitchen section, follow standardised recipes, and keep up with hygiene and portion control in a fast-paced environment.

Join a purpose-driven team and enjoy benefits like free parking, holidays, and supportive colleagues while contributing to patient dining experiences at this community hospital.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working in a Cook position.
• Experience using standardised recipes, managing portion control and maintaining stock.
• Good communication and customer service skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook dishes from planned menus using standardised recipes.
• Maintain consistently high standards of food quality, presentation, hygiene and cleanliness.
• Monitor portion control, stock rotation, food temperatures and delivery quantities.
• Assist with serving meals to patients, staff and visitors.
• Maintain accurate temperature, probe-monitoring and stock records.
• Use kitchen equipment safely and report any faults, incidents or pest concerns.
• Communicate effectively with catering colleagues, ward teams and other departments.
• Support and train colleagues while helping maintain an efficient, positive working environment.
• Follow food safety, infection control, COSHH, safeguarding and health and safety procedures.
• Work flexibly across Patient Dining and take responsibility when the Supervisor or Team Leader is unavailable.

Skills

Cook experience

Communication skills

Food safety

Education

City & Guilds 7061/2 catering qualification

NVQ Level 2

Job description

Healthy outcomes start with positive patientexperiences.

• £12.92 per hour
• Free car parking / Blue light card
• Holidays
• Location isAldeburgh Community Hospital

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Job Introduction

Bring your passion to the plate. Make a differenceevery day.

As aCookat Sodexo inAldeburghCommunity Hospital, you’ll play a vital role in preparing high-quality meals thatsupport patient wellbeing and enhance the overall dining experience.You’ll be responsible for managing your own sectionof the kitchen, ensuring every dish meets our high standards.If you’re passionate about food, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and want to be part of a purpose-driven team — this isthe role for you. Join Sodexo and be partof something greater. You belong in a team where you can act with purpose andthrive in your way.

What you’ll do:

• Prepare and cook dishes from planned menus using standardised recipes.
• Maintain consistently high standards of food quality, presentation, hygiene and cleanliness.
• Monitor portion control, stock rotation, food temperatures and delivery quantities.
• Assist with serving meals to patients, staff and visitors.
• Maintain accurate temperature, probe-monitoring and stock records.
• Use kitchen equipment safely and report any faults, incidents or pest concerns.
• Communicate effectively with catering colleagues, ward teams and other departments.
• Support and train colleagues while helping maintain an efficient, positive working environment.
• Follow food safety, infection control, COSHH, safeguarding and health and safety procedures.
• Work flexibly across Patient Dining and take responsibility when the Supervisor or Team Leader is unavailable.

What you bring:

• Previous experience working in a Cook position.
• A City & Guilds 7061/2 catering qualification or an equivalent NVQ Level 2 qualification.
• Experience using standardised recipes, managing portion control and maintaining stock.
• Good communication and customer service skills.
• A punctual, flexible and reliable approach.
• The ability to work under pressure and meet service deadlines.
• Experience using cleaning equipment and maintaining excellent hygiene standards.
• A full driving licence.
• A positive and enthusiastic attitude, with a willingness to undertake training and support changing service needs.
• Healthcare catering experience, knowledge of NHS policies or a Level 3 Food Hygiene Certificate would be an advantage.

What we offer:

Working at Sodexo isn’t just a job - it’s a chance tomake a difference every day. You'll be part of a supportive team, act withpurpose, and thrive in a role where your work matters. We also offer a range ofbenefits to support you and your loved ones:

• Mental health and wellbeing resources
• Employee Assistance Programme (including financial/legal advice & personal support)
• Free health & wellbeing app with 24/7 virtual GP access
• Discounts on high street brands for you and your family
• Salary finance tools and financial wellbeing resources
• Retirement savings plan and life insurance
• Full training and protective uniform provided.
• Opportunities to gain experience through learning and development.
• Cycle to Work scheme & volunteering opportunities.
• Flexible working and a dynamic team environment
• Competitive pay

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About Sodexo

At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better every dayfor everyone to build a better life for all.As the global leader in services thatimprove the Quality of Life, we operate in 55 countries, serving over 100million consumers each day through our unique combination of On-Site Food andFM Services, Benefits & Rewards Services and Personal & Home Services.

We are committed tobeingan inclusive employer. Weare a forces friendly employer.We welcome and encourage applications from peoplewith a diverse variety of experiences, backgrounds, and identities.We encourage our employees to get involved with ourEmployee Networks such as Pride, Sodexo Parents & Carers, SodexoDisability, Ability network, So Together, Generations and Origins.

We’re a Disability Confident Leader employer.We’re committed tochanging attitudes towards disability, and making sure disabled people have thechance to fulfil their aspirations.We run a DisabilityConfident interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet theminimum selection criteria for the job.

Sodexo Disability, Ability network, So Together,Generations and Origins.