Red Recruitment 24:7 are recruiting on behalf of our client based in Scunthorpe for an experienced temporary Cook to join their team.
This is an opportunity for someone who takes pride in preparing high-quality meals, enjoys creating varied and nutritious menus, and is committed to delivering an exceptional dining experience for residents and customers.
The Role
As Cook, you will be responsible for the day-to-day operation of the kitchen, ensuring the delivery of a high-quality catering service that meets individual dietary requirements, nutritional needs, and personal preferences.
You will play a key role in menu planning, food preparation, stock management, and maintaining the highest standards of food hygiene and kitchen safety.
Key Responsibilities
- Plan and prepare varied, nutritious, and appealing menus that meet dietary and nutritional requirements.
- Provide suitable alternative meal choices to accommodate individual needs and preferences.
- Prepare and serve meals to a consistently high standard, ensuring excellent presentation and quality.
- Produce snacks, beverages, homemade cakes, pastries, and other refreshments as required.
- Manage catering budgets effectively and ensure stock is controlled to minimise waste.
- Order food and kitchen supplies in line with organisational purchasing procedures.
- Receive, check, and correctly store deliveries in accordance with food safety regulations.
- Maintain high standards of cleanliness and hygiene throughout the kitchen environment.
- Ensure full compliance with Food Hygiene Regulations, Health & Safety legislation, and HACCP procedures.
- Supervise and support kitchen staff, ensuring effective day-to-day performance.
- Assist with training and development of catering staff, apprentices, and new team members.
- Support other locations when required and assist with staff cover where necessary.
- Attend training, team meetings, and development sessions as required.
What We're Looking For
The successful candidate will possess:
- Previous experience working as a Cook, Chef, or within a similar catering environment.
- Strong knowledge of food hygiene, food safety, and HACCP procedures.
- Experience planning menus and catering for a variety of dietary requirements.
- Excellent organisational and stock control skills.
- Ability to manage budgets and minimise waste.
- Strong leadership and team supervision skills.
- A passion for producing quality food with excellent presentation.
- A positive attitude and a commitment to delivering outstanding service.
- Food Hygiene qualifications would be advantageous.
Interested?
If you are passionate about cooking and take pride in delivering excellent food and service, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today through Red Recruitment 24:7 with your up-to-date CV.
Red Recruitment 24:7 Ltd are acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
Pay: £12.75 per hour
Work Location: In person
