Weekend Cook- Kirk Lodge

Sodexo Group; Leicester; Hybrid; GBP 17,000 - 19,000; 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 dedicated cook to join the team at the National Probation Service, Kirk Lodge, Leicester. This lone-working role involves preparing high-quality meals for residents and staff at a fixed location, ensuring nutritious, welcoming meals.

You will oversee all aspects of food production on site, working independently to meet resident needs while upholding safety standards. This 12-hour weekend position offers wellbeing benefits and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Previous cooking or catering experience is essential.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills are required.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to work independently are important.
• Positive, independent mindset with teamwork when needed.
• Willingness to follow direction and stay motivated while working without supervision.

Responsibilities

• Independently prepare and cook meals for residents and staff.
• Manage your own schedule and kitchen operations with minimal supervision.
• Maintain high standards of food safety and hygiene in all areas.
• Restock ingredients, utensils, and cleaning supplies as needed.
• Communicate with site staff and other departments to ensure smooth operations.
• Adhere to health and safety protocols at all times.

Skills

Cooking experience

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Independent worker

Job description

Please note - age restriction applies for this position, so candidates must be over the age of 18+ and have Valid ID

• 12 hours per week
• Saturday & Sunday only (12.00pm -18.00pm)
• £12.91 per hour
• 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

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Job Introduction

We are seeking a dedicated cook to join our team at National Probation Service, Kirk Lodge, 322 London Road, Leicester, LE2 2PJ.

In this essential lone-working role, you will be responsible for preparing and cooking high-quality meals for the residents and staff in a fixed location, ensuring safe, nutritious, and welcoming environments.

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

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

What you’ll do:

• Independently prepare and cook a variety of meals according to scheduled menus for residents and staff.
• Manage your own 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, including the kitchen and dining spaces.
• Restock essential kitchen supplies like ingredients, utensils, and cleaning products.
• Communicate with site staff and other departments as needed, providing updates and ensuring smooth operations.
• Adhere to health and safety protocols at all times, ensuring compliance while working alone.

What you bring:

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

Join us and thrive in your own way!

Sodexo reserves the right to close this advert early if we are in receipt of a high number of applications