Monday Cook
Be part of something greater.
- Job reference: SDX/TP/1324814/152640
- Location: Mosley
- Job type: Part Time - 5 hours per week
- Salary: £12.31 per hour
- Closing date: 27 January 2026
About the role
Please note - age restriction applies for thisposition, so candidates must be over the age of 18+ and have a valid Photographic ID
- 5 hours per week
- Mondays - 1pm - 6pm
- £12.31 per hour
Job Introduction
Join Sodexo as a Cook at our Elliot House 96 Edgbaston Road, Mosley, Birmingham, B12 9QA site. 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
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KEY BENEFITS
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Advice and guidance
Get help with legal, financial, personal or work issues whenever you need it. -
Pension Plan
Save effectively for your future when you join the Sodexo Pension Plan. -
Wellbeing support
Unlimited access to online support for your mental health, 24/7. -
Generous leave
For holidays, care needs or major life events, we’ll help you rest and recharge. -
Discounts and savings
Enjoy great deals from leading retailers and use our Bike to Work scheme -
Virtual GP
24-hour access to video or phone consultations for you and your family.
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
At our company, we believe in fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone has the opportunity to thrive. Roles at Sodexo are designed to empower individuals from all backgrounds. We are committed to creating an environment that values equity and supports the growth of all employees, ensuring that everyone can contribute to and benefit from our collective success.
Social Impact
Ever since we started, we’ve had a clear purpose – to do some good in our communities through helping people. Today, that purpose is still a huge part of who we are. And every one of our colleagues helps that happen.
We’re committed to volunteering our time, resources, skills and knowledge – more than 50% of colleagues contribute to thousands of volunteer hours every year. And our Charitable Foundation has now donated over £9 million to charities and good causes across the country.
Mosley, United Kingdom, B12 9QA
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