Part Time Cook

Job Introduction
As a **Cook **at Sodexo in **Gateshead,** your knowledge of cooking and organizational excellence will lead the way. This is a chance to make a positive impact, our site is home to ex-offenders which means you'll make a huge impact on many lives, every day Join Sodexo and be part of something greater. You belong in a team where you can act with purpose and thrive in your own way.

**What you’ll do**:

- Lead the kitchen facilities and plan all meals & assist with prep
- Order supplies and keep records of spending and compliance
- Monitor sanitation practices ensuring to follow standards and regulations
- Prepare, produce and present food in volume for a small group of residents
- Be capable of working alone, but able to communicate well
- Keep Health and Safety at heart of what you’re doing

**What you bring**:

- 2 years of experience in hands-on cooking
- Experience of working to strict food hygiene standards
- Experience in following recipes and open to cooking many cuisines

**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:

- Flexible and dynamic work environment
- Competitive compensation
- Access to ongoing training and development programs
- Countless opportunities to grow within the company
- Full training and full protective uniform supplied

About The Company
At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better everyday for everyone to build a better life for all. As the global leader in services that improve the Quality of Life, we operate in 55 countries, serving over 100 million consumers each day through our unique combination of On-Site Food and FM Services, Benefits & Rewards Services and Personal & Home Services.

We’re a Disability Confident Leader employer. We’re committed to changing attitudes towards disability, and making sure disabled people have the chance to fulfil their aspirations.

We’re a ‘ban the box’ employer, which means we don’t ask people to disclose their convictions unless the role needs a security check.

We recognise the potential of people with convictions in the job market. Helping those with a criminal history securing employment is not only critically important for the individuals themselves but can also be hugely beneficial for wider society. Offering second chances can be an effective investment in local communities and a great solution for local skills and labour market needs.

Click here to read more about what we do to promote an inclusive culture.

Package Description
- **Based at Cuthbert House AP**:

- **10 hours per week**:

- **£10.42 per hour (attendance bonus of £1 per hour worked, paid quarterly**)**:

- **Full training provided**:

- **Annual leave April - April 20 days per calendar year which increases with service**:

- **Remote health and wellness support, Such as eyecare and 24hr GP**:

- **On site, personal locker and bicycle storage**:

- **Cycle to work scheme available post probation (3 months)**:

- **Company pension scheme by Legal and General**:

- **Employee assistance program with counselling and life advice support**:

- **Family leave options - Maternal, Paternal and Bereavement**:

- **Training, development, and progression opportunities**:

- **Refer a friend scheme, Refer a friend and receive up to £500**:

- **Online Recognition Scheme and 100's of discounted online/High street retailers (Reward Hub)