Cook

Job Introduction

• 40 hours per week 
• 5 days out of 7 on a rotating schedule 
• Varied shift pattern with one week of early shifts and one week of late shifts 
• Only 1 weekend in every 4 required 
• Weekday shifts: 06:30–15:00, 08:00–16:30, or 10:30–19:00 
• Weekend shifts: 09:15–17:45 
• £12.99 per hour

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Join Sodexo as a Cook and play a key role in delivering exceptional dining experiences in a dynamic and rewarding environment. You'll prepare high-quality meals, support a range of events and functions, and help ensure the smooth day-to-day operation of a busy catering service.

This is more than just a cooking role—it's an opportunity to be part of a dedicated team that makes a meaningful impact every day. You'll showcase your culinary skills in a fast-paced, professional setting, creating nutritious and enjoyable meals for those who rely on your expertise. With opportunities to develop your skills and grow your career within Sodexo, this role offers both challenge and reward. If you're passionate about great food, take pride in your work, and thrive as part of a supportive team, we'd love to hear from you.

What you’ll do:

• Prepare, cook, and present high-quality meals in a fast-paced kitchen, ensuring consistency and excellent standards at all times.
• Deliver meals to military personnel and support high-profile events, functions, and special occasions.
• Maintain the highest standards of food safety, hygiene, and kitchen sanitation, ensuring full compliance with EHO regulations.
• Support large-scale and bulk food production while maintaining quality, presentation, and attention to detail.
• Work collaboratively with kitchen and front-of-house teams to provide an outstanding dining experience and efficient service.

What you bring:

• Proven experience as a cook in a catering, hospitality, or large-scale food service environment, with a passion for delivering exceptional food and service.
• Strong understanding of food safety, hygiene, and health & safety regulations, with a commitment to maintaining the highest standards.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment, demonstrating excellent organisation, communication, and time-management skills.
• Experience within military, government, or contract catering environments is advantageous, as are IOSH certification and proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (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 use your culinary expertise to deliver exceptional food and service in a fast-paced, professional kitchen environment. As part of a global organisation, you'll have the opportunity to develop your skills, grow your career, and progress within the company while contributing to outstanding dining experiences every day.