Chefs-HMP Fosse Way

4 weeks ago


Wigston, United Kingdom Serco Full time

Chef HMP Fosseway

Permanent / Full Time 

£, per annum + Excellent Corporate Benefits Package

4 day working week flexible working with 1 weekend in 3 

We are looking for Cooks to join us at our new site, HMP Fosse Way in Leicester where we will house around 0 prisoners and focus on their rehabilitation and reintegration back into society.

This exciting opportunity is well suited to an experienced Cook who is looking for a role with no split shifts and enjoys working as part of a committed team. You will assist the Catering Manager in the delivery of catering services to the establishment and comply with all relevant Health & Safety and Food Safety Regulations, legislation and guidelines. You will prepare varied and healthy menus for residents to include special diets, special events and religious events, whilst also keeping abreast of trends and developments in the catering industry such as menus and consumer tastes.

Other key activities will include:

Preparing food according to the menu & supervising prisoners, ensuring a safe and secure working environment.

Ensuring the security and food safety of all foodstuffs, equipment and infrastructure is maintained during delivery, storage and distribution within the kitchen area.

Recording and documenting all relevant paperwork to comply with food hygiene regulations, Health & Safety, HACCP and company policies.

Performing random quality checks on service points before, during and after mealtimes.

What you will need to do the role

To carry out this role successfully, you must have good interpersonal & communication skills as well as the ability to think quickly and react to different situations. You will have good, working experience in catering to a large operation or a similar custodial environment and be physically capable of working long shifts. It is desirable that you have:

NVQ Level 1 & 2 Basic Food knowledge or equivalent.

Basic Food Hygiene - Intermediate would be an advantage.

If you enjoy engaging with people and have strong interpersonal skills, this is a fantastic opportunity to work in a people-centred environment, ensuring a positive experience as part of the rehabilitation of prisoners.

Why Serco

Meaningful and vital work - The nature of our business means you will do interesting work that matters – delivering essential services to keep people safe.

A world of opportunity - Our diverse UK-wide operations offer unrivalled opportunities to learn and develop. You’ll be able to broaden your experience and apply your skills in new ways.

Great people - We are a motivated team who will encourage you and help you to succeed. You’ll have the resources you need to do your job in a diverse and supportive environment. 

What we offer

Blue light discounts

Opportunities to gain additional qualifications

Continuous professional development opportunities

Opportunities to participate in an overtime scheme

A company passionate about diversity and inclusion

Free on site parking

Use of on site gym

Subsidised meals

Up to 6% contributory pension scheme

Serco benefits package - includes cinema, merlin entertainment, discounts on mobile phone plans, leisure centre memberships and online shopping discounts

Employee Assistance Programme

A safe and supportive culture

The chance to make a positive difference



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