Cook

Sodexo France; Southampton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - GBP 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading global food service company is looking for a Cook at the Phillips 66 Humber Refinery. You will be responsible for preparing 400–600 meals daily, ensuring compliance with food safety standards, and providing excellent customer service. Ideal candidates will have experience in high-volume catering and strong teamwork skills. Benefits include wellbeing support, discounts, and opportunities for career development. Join us and thrive in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Wellbeing support and Employee Assistance Programme

24/7 access to a virtual GP

Sodexo Discounts Scheme

Membership of our Pension Plan

Opportunities for learning and career development

Bike to Work Scheme

Enhanced family-friendly policies

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a high-volume catering environment.
• Previous Lead Chef, Sous Chef or production kitchen experience.
• Knowledge of contract catering and staff training desirable.

Responsibilities

• Prepare 400–600 meals daily to a high standard.
• Ensure all food production complies with HACCP and Sodexo guidelines.
• Provide efficient and friendly service to customers.
• Maintain cleanliness in kitchen and service areas.
• Assist with buffets, functions, stock control, and ordering.

Skills

Strong teamwork

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Ability to prioritise tasks

Passion for food and customer service

Education

Supervising Food Safety Level 3 qualification (desirable)

IOSH Managing Safely or similar qualification (desirable)

Job description

Cook – Phillips 66 Humber Refinery, Eastfield Road, South Killingholme, DN40 3DW

At Sodexo, we’re proud to partner with Phillips 66 Humber Refinery to deliver exceptional food service. If you’re passionate about high-quality catering and thrive in a fast-paced environment, we’d love you to join our team.

• £14.23 per hour
• 12–18 hours per week
• Shifts: (Shifts are: 1st week 12 hrs & 2nd week 18 hrs) 1st week Wed & Thurs & 2nd week Wed - Friday. Wednesday & Thursday 7.00am – 1.00pm & Alternative Fridays 7.00am – 1.00pm
• Free staff car parking on site

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare 400–600 meals daily to a high standard and on schedule
• Ensure all food is produced in line with HACCP and Sodexo guidelines, with accurate record keeping
• Provide efficient and friendly service to customers during meal times
• Maintain kitchen and service areas to the highest hygiene standards, completing all required documentation
• Support the Chef Manager with buffets, functions, stock control and ordering
• Assist with food preparation in the Grab & Go unit and Walmer House as required
• Report incidents or customer feedback promptly, ensuring documentation is completed
• Contribute to the training and development of junior catering team members
• Play a key role in the smooth running of the catering operation

About You

• Proven experience in a high-volume catering environment
• Strong teamwork, communication and organisational skills
• Ability to prioritise tasks and remain calm under pressure
• Passionate about food and customer service
• Supervising Food Safety Level 3 qualification (desirable / working towards)
• IOSH Managing Safely or similar qualification (desirable)
• Previous Lead Chef, Sous Chef or production kitchen experience
• Knowledge of contract catering and staff training desirable
• Professional appearance with a strong focus on hygiene

What We Offer

Working with Sodexo is more than a job—it’s a chance to be part of something greater. You’ll be valued for who you are and supported to thrive in your own way.

Benefits include

• Wellbeing support and Employee Assistance Programme
• 24/7 access to a virtual GP
• Sodexo Discounts Scheme with savings on leading retailers
• Membership of our Pension Plan
• Opportunities for learning and career development
• Bike to Work Scheme
• Enhanced family-friendly policies

About Sodexo

Sodexo is the global leader in services that improve the Quality of Life, operating in 55 countries and serving over 100 million consumers daily. We are an inclusive, forces-friendly and Disability Confident Leader employer, committed to ensuring everyone has the chance to succeed.

Ready to be part of something greater?
Feed our customers, and we’ll fuel your career. Apply today.

(This advert may close early if we receive a high volume of applications.)