Cook Work, Jobs in Kidlington, Oxf (with Salaries)

Cafe Chef-Cook
Cafe at Yarnton —Kidlington
- Overtime
- Hospitality
- Cooking
- Organisational skills
- Employee discount
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2h
Cook
The Orders of St Johns Care Trust —Woodstock
- £13.78 an hour
- Weekend availability
- Cooking
- Kitchen experience
- Employee assistance programme
- Employee discount
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7d
Kitchen Hand/Cook
Sree Times Ltd —Oxford
- £12.71 - £14.31 an hour
- Part-time
- Serving
- Culinary experience
- Cooking
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6h
Kitchen staff / 4469 - The William Morris, Oxford
J D Wetherspoon plc —Oxford
- £12.91 an hour
- Weekend availability
- Bar
- No experience needed
- Hotel
- Annual leave
- Employee discount
16h
Trainee Chef
Cotswold Pub Company —Woodstock
- £12.75 - £14.75 an hour
- Temporary
- Serving
- Hospitality
- Culinary experience
- Employee discount
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Kitchen Chef and Assistant
Yarnton Cafe —Kidlington
- Part-time
- In-person
- Café
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Kitchen Team Member
Beefeater —Kidlington
- Up to £13.06 an hour
- Full-time
- Cooking
- Restaurant
- Employee discount
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Casual Chef
St Cross College —Oxford
- £25 an hour
- Part-time
- Culinary experience
- Customer service
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Commis Chef
Leonardo Royal Hotel Oxford —Oxford
- Hotel
- Referral programme
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Trainee Chef
Woodstock —Woodstock
- £12.21 - £15.00 an hour
- Temporary
- Culinary experience
- In-person
- Communication skills
- Employee discount
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Commis Chef
Cotswold Lodge Hotel —Oxford
- £14 - £15 an hour
- Full-time
- Cooking
- In-person
- Kitchen experience
- Employee discount
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Weekend Cook
OCS Group —Oxford
- £15.50 an hour
- Weekend availability
- Cooking
- Communication skills
- Kitchen experience
- Employee discount
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Chef
Miller & Carter - Kidlington —Kidlington
- Full-time
- Cooking
- Restaurant
- School
- Annual leave
- Employee discount
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9d
kitchen team member
Wagamama —Oxford
- £13 an hour
- Full-time
Nursery Cook - Kids Planet The Triangle
Kids Planet Nurseries —Oxford
- £28,177 - £30,473 a year
- No weekends
- Cooking
- Free parking
Casual Chef
Wilson Vale Catering Ltd —Oxford
- £25 an hour
- Part-time
- Culinary experience
- Customer service
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Breakfast Chef
The Store Oxford —Oxford
- £32,000 a year
- Full-time
- Cooking
- Hotel
- Employee discount
- Referral programme
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Part Time Chef
Miller & Carter - Kidlington —Kidlington
- Part-time
- Cooking
- Restaurant
- School
- Annual leave
- Employee discount
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9d
Pizza Chef
The Star —Oxford
- £12.50 - £16.00 an hour
- Part-time
- Cooking
- In-person
- Kitchen experience
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Chef
Cote Restaurants —Oxford
- £12.71 - £15.50 an hour
- Full-time
- Cooking
- Employee discount
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6d

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Cafe Chef-Cook

Cafe at Yarnton
Kidlington

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Job details

Permanent
2 hours ago

Benefits

Employee discount

Qualifications

Hospitality
Cooking
Organisational skills
Food preparation
Food Hygiene Certificate
Food safety
Restaurant experience
Communication skills
Kitchen experience

Full job description

Chef/Cook – Yarnton Garden Centre Café

28 Hours per Week | Overtime Available | Daytime Hours Only

Join a Café That’s as Fresh, Welcoming and Vibrant as the Garden Centre It Serves

Are you a passionate Chef or Cook who takes pride in creating delicious, freshly prepared food and delivering an exceptional customer experience? Do you thrive in a fast-paced kitchen where quality, teamwork and consistency matter?

Yarnton Garden Centre Café is looking for an enthusiastic, reliable and talented Chef/Cook to become a key member of our kitchen team. This is a fantastic opportunity to enjoy a better work-life balance with daytime hours, a supportive team environment, and valuable time off during key holiday periods.

What makes this role special?

Daytime working hours – no late-night shifts
28 hours per week
Opportunity for additional overtime
Closed on Christmas Day, Boxing Day, New Year's Day and Easter Sunday
Friendly, professional working environment
Staff discounts and benefits
Opportunity to contribute ideas and seasonal menu specials
Stable, year-round employment

The Role

As Chef/Cook, you will play a vital role in delivering high-quality food that exceeds customer expectations. You will prepare and present a wide range of dishes while maintaining the highest standards of food safety, cleanliness and kitchen efficiency.

You will be passionate about fresh ingredients, excellent presentation and ensuring every customer enjoys a memorable dining experience.

Key Duties & ResponsibilitiesFood Preparation & Service

Prepare, cook and present dishes to company standards.
Ensure all meals are produced consistently and efficiently.
Prepare breakfasts, lunches, daily specials, cakes, light bites and seasonal menu items.
Maintain high standards of food quality, taste and presentation.
Ensure customer orders are delivered accurately and promptly.
Assist with menu development and seasonal promotions.
Minimise food waste through effective preparation and portion control.

Kitchen Operations

Organise daily kitchen preparation and service requirements.
Maintain a clean, safe and efficient working environment.
Ensure equipment is used correctly and maintained appropriately.
Monitor stock levels and report shortages promptly.
Assist with stock rotation and storage procedures.
Support deliveries, checking quality and accuracy of goods received.
Ensure all food is stored safely and correctly.

Food Safety & Compliance

Follow all Food Hygiene and Health & Safety regulations.
Adhere to HACCP procedures and company policies.
Maintain excellent kitchen cleanliness standards at all times.
Complete food temperature records and safety documentation accurately.
Ensure allergen information is understood and communicated correctly.
Comply with all legal and environmental requirements.

Teamwork & Customer Focus

Work collaboratively with kitchen and front-of-house teams.
Support colleagues during busy service periods.
Maintain a positive, professional and flexible attitude.
Help create a welcoming and enjoyable experience for customers.
Represent the values and reputation of Yarnton Garden Centre professionally at all times.

What We're Looking ForEssential Requirements

Previous experience as a Chef, Cook or Kitchen Team Member.
Strong knowledge of food preparation techniques.
Understanding of food hygiene and kitchen safety standards.
Ability to work efficiently under pressure.
Excellent organisational skills.
Positive attitude and strong work ethic.
Reliable, punctual and flexible approach.
Team player with good communication skills.

Desirable

Food Hygiene Certificate.
Experience within a café, garden centre, restaurant or hospitality environment.
Experience preparing fresh, homemade dishes.
Knowledge of allergen management and food safety procedures.

Personal Qualities

We're looking for someone who is:

Passionate about great food
Energetic and enthusiastic
Customer-focused
Detail-oriented
Dependable and trustworthy
Calm under pressure
Proactive and self-motivated
Proud of maintaining high standards

What You'll Receive

Competitive hourly rate
28 contracted hours per week
Opportunities for overtime
Daytime shifts only
Christmas Day, Boxing Day, New Year's Day and Easter Sunday off
Staff discounts
Training and development opportunities
Friendly and supportive team culture
The opportunity to make a real impact in a thriving café operation

Ready to Bring Your Passion for Great Food to Yarnton Garden Centre Café?

If you're a skilled Chef/Cook who enjoys creating quality food, working with a great team and having your evenings free, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today and help us serve food that keeps customers coming back for more.

Work Location: In person

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