Weekend Cook

Independents by Sodexo; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 15,000 - 21,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Mental health & wellbeing support

Employee Assistance Programme

24/7 virtual GP

Discounts for you & family

Financial tools & retirement plan

Cycle to Work & Volunteering Day

Job summary

Sodexo is hiring a Weekend Cook for the National Probation Service Approved Premises in Eccles. The role is 13 hours per week, Saturdays and Sundays from 1:30pm to 6:00pm, paying £12.91 per hour. You will work alone on site, preparing nutritious meals while ensuring high food safety standards.

Responsibilities include cooking, serving meals, maintaining hygiene, and ensuring quality in a residential setting. Prior cook/chef experience is preferred, with relevant qualifications desirable.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a cook or chef in catering, hospitality or food service.
• Strong knowledge of food safety, hygiene and health & safety standards.
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Culinary qualifications are desirable (City & Guilds 706/1 & 2 or NVQ Level 2/3).

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook and serve high-quality meals in a fast-paced kitchen.
• Deliver excellent food service while maintaining high standards.
• Ensure compliance with food safety, hygiene and EHO regulations.
• Maintain kitchen cleanliness and sanitation to best practice standards.

Skills

Cook/chef experience

Food safety knowledge

Microsoft Office basics

Education

NVQ Level 2/3 in Professional Cookery

City & Guilds 706/1 & 2 (desirable)

Job description

Please note that this position is subject to an age restriction. Applicants must be aged 18 or over and be able to provide valid photographic identification.

• 13 hours per week
• Saturday & Sunday only
• 1:30pm till 6:00pm
• £12.91 per hour

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Join Sodexo as a Weekend Cook within our National Probation Service Approved Premises in Eccles. In this lone-working role, you’ll prepare and cook nutritious, high-quality meals for residents and staff, helping to create a safe, welcoming environment. You’ll take ownership of all food preparation during weekend shifts, ensuring meals are delivered to a high standard in line with food safety requirements. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference, supporting individuals as they transition back into the community while working in a meaningful residential setting.

What you’ll do:

• Prepare, cook, and serve high-quality meals in a fast-paced kitchen environment
• Deliver excellent food service while consistently maintaining high standards
• Ensure full compliance with food safety, hygiene, and EHO regulations at all times
• Maintain kitchen cleanliness and sanitation in line with best practice standards

What you bring:

• Previous experience as a cook or chef within a catering, hospitality, or food service environment
• Relevant culinary qualifications such as City & Guilds 706/1 & 2 or NVQ Level 2/3 in Professional Cookery (desirable)
• Strong knowledge of food safety, hygiene, and health & safety standards, with IOSH qualification desirable
• Passion for food, excellent attention to detail, and a genuine enthusiasm for delivering quality meals
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel, and Outlook

What we offer:

Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it’s a chance to be part of something greater. You’ll belong in a company and team that values you for you; you’ll act with purpose and have an impact through your everyday actions; and you’ll be able to thrive in your own way. In addition, we offer:

• Mental health & wellbeing support
• Employee Assistance Programme for personal, legal, and financial advice
• 24/7 virtual GP & lifestyle rewards
• Discounts for you & family
• Financial tools & retirement plan
• Cycle to Work & Paid Volunteering Day

Join Sodexo as a Cook and bring comforting, home-cooked food to life every day!