At a Glance
- Tasks: Prepare high-quality meals and manage your own kitchen section.
- Company: Join Sodexo at Nuffield Health Glasgow Hospital, a purpose-driven team.
- Benefits: £14 per hour, free meals, gym discounts, and mental health resources.
- Other info: Flexible hours, opportunities for learning, and a supportive team culture.
- Why this job: Make a difference every day while working in a dynamic environment.
- Qualifications: NVQ Level 2 in catering and experience in food preparation.
The predicted salary is between 14 - 14 £ per hour.
Healthy outcomes start with positive patient experiences.
£14 per hour + Sodexo benefits
16.5 hours per week Saturday 7 am - 6 pm and Sunday 7 am - 1 pm
Additional holiday cover/overtime might be required
Free parking available / Meals on shifts provided / Uniform provided / gym discount
Job Introduction
Bring your passion to the plate. Make a difference every day. As a Weekend Chef with Sodexo at Nuffield Health Glasgow Hospital you’ll play a vital role in preparing high-quality meals that support patient wellbeing and enhance the overall dining experience. You’ll be responsible for managing your own section of the kitchen, ensuring every dish meets our high standards. If you’re passionate about food, thrive in a fast‑paced environment, and want to be part of a purpose‑driven team — this is the role for you. Join Sodexo and be part of something greater. You belong in a team where you can act with purpose and thrive in your way.
What you’ll do:
- Deliver a high-quality food service to patients, visitors and colleagues.
- Prepare and serve fresh food in line with company standards, food safety requirements and budget guidelines.
- Follow all health & safety, food safety and safeguarding procedures at all times.
- Maintain high standards of cleanliness, hygiene and organisation across all kitchen and service areas.
- Respond promptly to customer feedback, escalating concerns and taking appropriate action where required.
- Support stock security, minimise waste and report any incidents, accidents or food safety concerns.
- Work flexibly to support the team, including covering absences, attending training and assisting with special events when needed.
What you bring:
- NVQ Level 2 (or equivalent) and Food Safety certificates (level 3 desired).
- Experience preparing and cooking fresh food in a catering, hospitality or healthcare environment.
- A positive attitude, strong work ethic and willingness to learn.
- Excellent punctuality, attendance and time management skills.
- The ability to follow written and verbal instructions accurately and efficiently.
- A strong understanding of food hygiene, health & safety and safe working practices.
- High standards of personal hygiene, cleanliness and attention to detail.
- Experience completing food safety or HACCP documentation is desirable.
What we offer:
Working at Sodexo isn’t just a job — it’s a chance to make a difference every day. You'll be part of a supportive team, act with purpose, and thrive in a role where your work matters. We also offer a range of benefits to support you and your loved ones:
- Mental health and wellbeing resources.
- Employee Assistance Programme (including financial/legal advice & personal support).
- Free health & wellbeing app with 24/7 virtual GP access.
- Discounts on high street brands for you and your family.
- Salary finance tools and financial wellbeing resources.
- Retirement savings plan and life insurance.
- Full training and protective uniform provided.
- Opportunities to gain experience through learning and development.
- Cycle to Work scheme & volunteering opportunities.
- Flexible working and a dynamic team environment.
- Competitive pay.
Ready to be part of something greater? Apply now and bring your energy, purpose, and passion to Sodexo. We may close this advert early if we receive a high number of applications — so don’t wait!
About Sodexo
We are committed to being an inclusive employer. We welcome and encourage applications from people with a diverse variety of experiences, backgrounds, and identities. We encourage our employees to get involved with our Employee Networks such as Pride, Sodexo Parents & Carers, Sodexo Disability, Ability network, So Together, Generations and Origins. 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 run a Disability Confident interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria for the job.
