Weekend Cook/Chef

Job Description

A local charity in Carlton, Bedfordshire, is looking for a dedicated Cook/Chef to join their team on a temporary basis. This role offers the opportunity to provide wholesome meals to in-house companions and could potentially lead to a permanent positionfor the right candidate. Working hours 10.00am Cook/Chef

• Hourly Rate: £12.00
• Location: Carlton, Bedfordshire
• Job Type: Part-time, Temporary (with potential for permanent)

Day-to-day of the role:

• Prepare, cook, and assist in serving lunch and dinner for up to 50 companions at lunchtime and 30 at dinnertime.
• Cater to a variety of tastes with a focus on old-fashioned home-cooked meals, including pasties, jacket potatoes, and salads for lunch, and a single meal option in the evening. Traditional fry-up every Friday. Roast dinner every Sunday.
• Ensure the dining and kitchen areas are clean by wiping down tables, assisting with washing up, and maintaining overall kitchen cleanliness.
• Work collaboratively with another staff member to provide a pleasant dining experience for companions.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Previous experience in a similar role is desirable.
• Ability to prepare and cook meals for many people.
• Knowledge of basic food hygiene and safety practices.
• Good organisational skills to manage the preparation and serving of two main meals.
• A basic DBS check will be required to start this role.

Benefits:

• Competitive hourly rate of £12.00.
• Part-time hours with a focus on work-life balance, covering Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays (consideration for weekends only).
• Opportunity to work in a charitable organisation and make a positive impact on the community.
• Potential for the role to become permanent for the right candidate.

To apply for this Cook/Chef position, please submit your CV and cover letter detailing your relevant experience, or contact Wendy on , or send your CV to .