Cook

Allscreens Nationwide Ltd; Blackburn (OK); On-site; USD 22,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Mental health and wellbeing support

Employee Assistance Programme

24/7 virtual GP access

Discounts for you and your family

Financial wellbeing tools

Cycle to Work scheme and volunteering

Job summary

Sodexo is hiring a Cook in Blackburn to prepare and serve nutritious meals for residents and staff in an Approved Premises. You’ll work weekends, independently manage the kitchen, and ensure meals are plated and served on time while upholding strict hygiene standards.

The role emphasizes independent day‑to‑day kitchen ownership, high-quality meal preparation, and contributing to a safe, welcoming environment for residents and colleagues.

Qualifications

• Previous professional cooking or catering experience is essential.
• Knowledge of food safety, hygiene and kitchen procedures.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively.
• Good communication and customer service skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook nutritious, high‑quality meals for residents and staff.
• Manage the kitchen independently and ensure meals are ready and served on time.
• Maintain high food hygiene standards in kitchen and dining areas.
• Check stock levels and replenish ingredients as needed.
• Collaborate with colleagues to keep the service running smoothly.

Job description

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

• 12 hours per week
• Saturday and Sunday
• 8:00am – 2:00pm
• £12.91 per hour

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Lookingfor a role where your cooking skills can genuinely make a difference?

JoinSodexo as a Cook in Blackburn and take ownership of preparing and servingnutritious, high-quality meals in an Approved Premises. Working independently,you'll play an important role in creating a safe, welcoming environment forresidents and staff.

Whatmakes this role rewarding?

• Take pride in your cooking – prepare fresh, nutritious meals that people can enjoy.
• Work with independence – take ownership of the kitchen and your day-to-day responsibilities.
• Make a meaningful difference – your work supports individuals as they take important steps towards returning to the community.
• Every weekend counts – enjoy a role where your contribution is valued every week.

Thisis more than just a cooking job. It's an opportunity to use your skills, takeownership and make a positive impact on people's lives!

What you'll do:

• Prepare and cook nutritious, high-quality meals for residents and staff.
• Manage the kitchen independently and make sure meals are ready and served on time.
• Keep the kitchen and dining areas clean and maintain high food hygiene standards.
• Check stock levels and order or replenish ingredients and supplies when needed.
• Work well with colleagues and communicate clearly to keep the service running smoothly.
• Follow all health, safety and food hygiene procedures, including when working alone.

What you bring:

• Previous experience in a professional cooking or catering role is essential.
• Good knowledge of food safety, hygiene and kitchen procedures.
• Able to work independently, manage your time and prioritise tasks.
• Good communication and customer service skills.
• Reliable, self-motivated and confident working alone.
• Positive and flexible, with the ability to work well with others and follow procedures.

What we offer:

• Mental health and wellbeingsupport
• Employee Assistance Programmeproviding personal, legal, and financial advice
• 24/7 virtual GP access andlifestyle rewards
• Discounts for you and yourfamily
• Financial wellbeing tools andretirement planning support
• Cycle to Work scheme and a paidVolunteering Day

Join Sodexo as a Cook and play an important role in supporting residents and staff while making a positivedifference every day!