Job Introduction
Cook – Whitecross Hereford High School, Three Elms Rd, Hereford HR4 0RN
Location: Three Elms Rd, Hereford, HR4 0RN
Do you love creating great food and seeing the smiles it brings? Join Sodexo as a Cook at Whitecross High School, where you’ll take real ownership of your kitchen. You won’t be a manager, but you will have the chance to showcase your skills, oversee kitchen operations, and bring out the best in every dish you serve – all while working in a supportive team environment. And the best part? No unsociable hours and public holidays off – yes, that includes Christmas!
Why this role is different:
You’ll support the Cook Manager but also take pride in running your kitchen your way. From preparing fresh ingredients to presenting food that looks as good as it tastes, you’ll be at the heart of creating a vibrant and welcoming dining experience for students and staff.
What you’ll do:
* Prepare, cook, present, and serve food to Sodexo’s high standards – from breakfast and break times to lunch and hospitality.
* Take ownership of kitchen operations, helping to shape menus, presentation, and efficiency.
* Ensure all food safety, health & safety, allergen, COSHH, and HACCP regulations are followed.
* Train and support catering staff in key skills and techniques.
* Maintain a clean, safe, and tidy kitchen environment.
* Ensure each dish is portioned and presented beautifully.
* Deliver exceptional service to students and colleagues, leaving everyone impressed with the kitchen experience.
What we’re looking for:
* Minimum 1 year hands-on cooking experience. Training in food hygiene and health & safety will be provided.
* Comfortable cooking for large groups (1000–1200 students).
* Ability to follow recipes and work with fresh, high-quality ingredients.
* Understanding of health and safety procedures and importance of compliance.
* Able to work efficiently under pressure, meet deadlines, and maintain a positive, professional attitude.
* Basic food handling skills certification.
What we offer:
At Sodexo, this is more than a job – it’s a chance to be part of something greater:
* Full training and protective uniform supplied.
* Flexible, dynamic work environment with competitive pay.
* Unlimited access to mental health and wellbeing resources.
* Employee Assistance Programme, including legal, financial, and personal support.
* Free health & wellbeing app with 24hr virtual GP access.
* Sodexo Discounts Scheme and prepayment cashback card.
* Retirement plan, death in service, and financial benefits via Salary Finance.
* Volunteering opportunities to make a real difference in the community.
* Cycle to Work Scheme and other initiatives to support healthy living.
* Opportunities for career growth and personal development.
Join us and make a difference every day.
If you love cooking, enjoy taking ownership, and want to work in a supportive, inspiring team where your skills are valued, this role is perfect for you.
Sodexo and our clients are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Certain roles will require applicants to undergo screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (UK) and/or Disclosure Scotland (Scotland).
Ready to be part of something greater? Apply today!
Package Description
“For a job that’s a perfect mix of passion, perks and potential”
* £ to ;per hour
* 35 hours per week
* Working pattern: Monday - Friday
* Term Time only (39 week Working Contract paid over 52 weeks)**
* This job required a Manual Driving Licence
**Equated pay (sometimes known as spread-over pay) is a method of paying you for your contracted hours, working weeks and holiday pay spread over 12 months instead of just receiving pay during the months that you work and none during the school closures/non-working weeks. This means that you get paid equal amounts of pay every month. Further information will be supplied at interview stage.**