Weekend Cook — Independent Kitchen Lead (Sat & Sun)

Sodexo; Leicester; On-site; 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 & Paid volunteering day

Job summary

Sodexo is seeking a dedicated cook for the National Probation Service site at Kirk Lodge, 322 London Road, Leicester, LE2 2PJ. This lone-working role requires preparing high-quality meals for residents and staff at a fixed location, ensuring nutritious and welcoming environments.

You’ll oversee all aspects of food production on site, working independently to deliver meals that meet residents’ needs, in accordance with food safety standards.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a cooking or catering role is essential, with knowledge of food safety and kitchen procedures.

Responsibilities

• Independently prepare and cook a variety of meals for residents and staff.
• Manage your schedule and kitchen operations, ensuring meals are prepared and served on time with minimal supervision.
• Maintain high standards of food safety, cleanliness, and hygiene in all areas of the kitchen and dining spaces.
• Restock essential kitchen supplies, ingredients, utensils, and cleaning products.
• Communicate with site staff and other departments to ensure smooth operations.
• Adhere to health and safety protocols at all times while working alone.

Skills

Cooking

Food safety

Independent work

Communication

Job description

Sodexo is seeking a dedicated cook for the National Probation Service site at Kirk Lodge, 322 London Road, Leicester, LE2 2PJ. This lone-working role requires preparing high-quality meals for residents and staff at a fixed location, ensuring nutritious and welcoming environments.

You’ll oversee all aspects of food production on site, working independently to deliver meals that meet residents’ needs, in accordance with food safety standards.