Weekend Chef

Sodexo Group; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading company as a Cook in a residential setting, responsible for preparing high-quality meals for residents and staff. This role offers independence in managing kitchen operations and requires excellent communication and organizational skills. Enjoy benefits like wellbeing support, career growth opportunities, and work perks.

Benefits

Wellbeing Support

Financial Benefits

Career Growth

Work Perks

Qualifications

• Experience in cooking or catering role desirable.
• Knowledge of food safety and kitchen procedures.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook meals for residents and staff independently.
• Manage kitchen operations and maintain food safety standards.
• Restock kitchen supplies and communicate with site staff.

Skills

Communication

Organisational Skills

Customer Service

Job description

Join Sodexo as a Cook at our Bliston Approved Premises, Wellington Road site. In this essential lone-working role, you will be responsible for preparing and cooking high-quality meals for residents and staff in a fixed location, ensuring a safe, nutritious, and welcoming environment.

You’ll be in charge of all aspects of food production at the site, working independently to deliver meals that meet residents' needs.

Approved Premises play a key role in supporting individuals released from prison, offering enhanced supervision and rehabilitation within the community. This role provides valuable experience working in a residential setting with individuals facing complex challenges.

What you’ll do:

1. Independently prepare and cook a variety of meals according to scheduled menus for residents and staff.
2. Manage your own schedule and kitchen operations, ensuring meals are prepared and served on time with minimal supervision.
3. Maintain high standards of food safety, cleanliness, and hygiene in all areas, including the kitchen and dining spaces.
4. Restock essential kitchen supplies like ingredients, utensils, and cleaning products.
5. Communicate with site staff and other departments as needed, providing updates and ensuring smooth operations.
6. Adhere to health and safety protocols at all times, ensuring compliance while working alone.

What you bring:

1. Previous experience in a cooking or catering role is desirable, along with knowledge of food safety and kitchen procedures.
2. Excellent communication and customer service skills, with the ability to work independently.
3. Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage time and tasks efficiently while working alone.
4. The ability to remain self-motivated and proactive when working without direct supervision.
5. A positive, independent, and team-oriented attitude, with a willingness to follow directions when needed.

What we offer:

Join Sodexo for more than just a job—be part of something bigger. You'll belong, have purpose, and make an impact every day. We offer:

• Wellbeing Support – Unlimited online resources, a free health app with 24/7 virtual GP, and an Employee Assistance Programme.
• Financial Benefits – Discounts for you and your family, salary finance support, retirement plan, and a death-in-service benefit.
• Career Growth – Apprenticeships, learning tools, and development opportunities.
• Work Perks – Cycle to Work Scheme, volunteering opportunities, flexible work, full training, and a protective uniform.