Weekend Cook

TN United Kingdom; Preston; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a dedicated Weekend Chef to join their team at a supportive environment. This role involves planning and preparing meals for residents, ensuring high standards of hygiene and safety, and managing kitchen operations. You will have the opportunity to work with vulnerable individuals and contribute to their rehabilitation through nutrition. With a focus on personal growth, the company offers various benefits including mental health support, career development opportunities, and a flexible work environment. If you are passionate about cooking and making a difference, this position is for you.

Benefits

Mental Health Support

Employee Assistance Programme

Health and Wellbeing App

Sodexo Discounts Scheme

Retirement Plan

Death in Service Benefit

Career Growth Opportunities

Cycle to Work Scheme

Volunteering Opportunities

Flexible Work Environment

Qualifications

• Experience in volume cooking and meal preparation.
• Knowledge of health and hygiene standards in food service.

Responsibilities

• Plan and prepare meals for residents.
• Ensure kitchen cleanliness and safety standards are maintained.
• Manage food stock and control waste.

Skills

Volume Cooking

Meal Preparation

Health and Hygiene Standards

Kitchen Equipment Management

Education

Food Safety Certification

Job description

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• 15 hours per week
• Friday, Saturday and Sunday 0900-1400

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Job Introduction

As a Weekend Chef at Edith Rigby House, 5 East Cliff, Preston, Lancashire, PR13JE

Approved Premises (APs) contribute to the effective risk management of people released from prison by providing an enhanced level of supervision, monitoring and rehabilitation within the community. The post will provide you experience of working with complex and vulnerable people and an understanding of residential setting within the Criminal Justice System. Join Sodexo and be part of something greater, you’ll belong to a team where you can act with purpose and thrive in your own way and aid the rebuilding of many lives, every day.

What you’ll do:

• Plan, prepare, cook, and appropriately present meals to residents.
• Follow recipes accurately and have experience in volume cooking.
• Ensure routine and specialized cleaning of kitchen equipment, work surfaces, floors, and storage areas.
• Control waste related to preparation and cooking.
• Maintain the highest standards of health, hygiene, and safety.
• Manage and control all food, including stock receipt, checking equipment, and monitoring portion control.
• Collect routine data and perform daily checks, including temperature controls during production, preparation, service, and storage.
• Report accidents, near misses, damage, or breakages immediately to the Catering supervisor.
• Ensure the Catering Department opens and closes at the required times and is secured when not in use.
• Undertake any other relevant tasks as assigned.
• Attend relevant training sessions to perform your role effectively.

What we offer:

Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it’s a chance to be part of something greater. You’ll belong to a company and team that values you, acts with purpose, and allows you to thrive in your own way. We offer a range of resources, rewards, and benefits for our colleagues and their families:

• Unlimited access to mental health and wellbeing support platforms.
• Employee Assistance Programme for personal or work-related issues, including legal and financial advice.
• A free health and wellbeing app with rewards, a 24hr virtual GP, and other services.
• The Sodexo Discounts Scheme with deals available 24/7 for colleagues, friends, and family, plus cashback options.
• Money Insights and financial benefits via the Salary Finance Platform.
• Sodexo Retirement Plan membership for future savings.
• A death in Service benefit for colleagues who pass away during employment.
• Opportunities for career growth, including apprenticeships and development tools.
• Cycle to Work Scheme to promote environmental sustainability and fitness.
• Volunteering opportunities to support community causes.
• Flexible, dynamic work environment.
• Competitive compensation.
• Full training and protective uniform provided.

Ready to be part of something greater? Apply today!