Job Description

Join Sodexo as a Weekend Cook at our Bowling Green Approved Premises, 90 Lowther street, Carlisle 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.
Key Responsibilities:

• 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 We're Looking For:

• 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.

If you're looking for a rewarding role where your skills can make a difference, apply today!
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!
Salary 12.31 per hour
Frequency Hourly
Job Reference SDX/TP/2106002/147894
Contract Type Permanent - Part Time
Closing Date 29 September, 2025
Job Category Chefs
Business Unit UK Government - Frontline
Location Carlisle, United Kingdom
No. of positions 1
Posted on 15 September, 2025

Skills Required