Weekend Chef

Sodexo; London Borough of Wandsworth; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Mental health and wellbeing resources

Employee Assistance Programme (incl. 4

Free health & wellbeing app with 24/7?

Discounts on high street brands

Salary finance tools and financial |

Retirement savings plan and life保险

Full training and protective uniform

Learning and development opportunities

Cycle to Work scheme & volunteering

Flexible working and a dynamic team

Competitive pay

Job summary

Sodexo is hiring a Weekend Chef at Priory Roehampton Hospital. You will prepare and cook meals for patients, manage your kitchen section, and uphold high standards in a fast-paced environment.

Join a purpose-driven team and benefit from a range of staff perks while delivering high-quality dining experiences to support patient wellbeing.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 2 (or equivalent)
• Strong culinary skills
• Ability to perform well under pressure in a busy kitchen
• Clear, respectful communication and a strong team spirit

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook meals according to recipes and quality standards
• Contribute to menu planning and recipe development
• Support, guide, and train junior chefs and kitchen staff
• Ensure full compliance with health and safety, hygiene, COSHH, and fire safety regulations
• Maintain a clean, organised, and efficient kitchen environment

Skills

Strong culinary skills

Under pressure

Teamwork

Communication

Education

NVQ Level 2

Job description

Weekend Chef

Priory Roehampton Hospital, Priory Lane, London, SW15 5JJ

Healthy outcomes start with positive patient experiences.

• £14.00 - £16.00 per hour DOE + Sodexo Benefits
• 20 Hours per week
• Shift Pattern: Saturday and Sunday
• Permanent contract

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Job Introduction

Bring your passion to the plate. Make a difference every day.

As a Chef at Sodexo in Priory Roehampton, you'll play a vital role in preparing high-quality meals that support patient wellbeing and enhance the overall dining experience. You'll be responsible for managing your own section of 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 is the role for you. Join Sodexo and be part of something greater. You belong in a team where you can act with purpose and thrive in your way.

What you’ll do:

• Prepare and cook meals according to recipes and quality standards
• Contribute to menu planning and recipe development
• Support, guide, and train junior chefs and kitchen staff
• Ensure full compliance with health and safety, hygiene, cleanliness, COSHH, and fire safety regulations
• Maintain a clean, organised, and efficient kitchen environment

What you bring:

• NVQ Level 2 (or equivalent) and at least 2 years' experience as a chef
• Strong culinary skills and a genuine passion for cooking
• Ability to perform well under pressure in a busy kitchen
• Clear, respectful communication and a strong team spirit

What we offer:

Working at Sodexo isn't just a job - it's a chance to make a difference every day. You'll be part of a supportive team, act with purpose, and thrive in a role where your work matters. We also offer a range of benefits 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

We may close this advert early if we receive a high number of applications - so don't wait!

About Sodexo

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

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

Click here to read more about what we do to promote an inclusive culture.

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