Cook

Job Description

Summary Do you have a passion for food The National Trust is renowned for its food and hospitality. We run 185 cafes all over England, Wales and Northern Ireland, and wed love you to be a part of it.We’re looking for a Cook to join us. Because weare in a rural area, please think about how you’d be able to get here for work, before applying for the job.Benefits: We want to help you look after the things that matter to you, such as saving for your future, getting a discount on your weekly shop, or encouraging you to find a work-life balance. Please read our package, below, to see what benefitswe offer you.Hours:1000 hours per year, Lydford Gorge is open from March to the beginning of November. A typical shift would start from 8.30am, working up to 4 days a week . Weekend and Bank holiday working is required.This role is based on annualised hours, where the amount of hours you work each month may vary, however your salary will be paid in 12 equal instalments over the year.Salary: £11 per hourDuration: Fixed term contract 12 monthsInterview date: Week commencing 12th FebruaryPotential start date:Beginning March 2024 What its like to work here To find out more about what it’s like to work in a food and beverage team for the National Trust,clickheretowatch our video. What youll be doing As a Cook, your focus will be in the kitchen, helping to prepare and present delicious food from scratch using fresh, seasonal ingredients. Your food will be served directly to visitors.Using the framework of our‘National Trust Cookbook’, you’ll prepare, measure and mix ingredients. You’ll help with deliveries and with keeping the kitchen clean, to be compliant with health and safety legislation and to make sure that service runs smoothly.We’ll give you an inductionthat fits the job, and training in allergens and food safety, plus any mentoring needed to help you in your role. You can sign up for further professional training and development if you wish.Please also read the full role profile, attached to this advert. Who were looking for We’d love to hear from you if you’re: •Someone who loves good food and has a friendly and positive attitude. •Confident about following recipes and batch-cooking, and willing to learn. •Aware of health and safety compliance. The package The National Trust has the motto ‘For everyone, for ever’ at its heart. We’re working hard to create an inclusive culture, where everyone feels they belong. It’s important that our people reflect and represent the diversity of the communities and audienceswe serve. We welcome and value difference, so when we say we’re for everyone, we want everyone to be welcome in our teams too.

• Substantial pension scheme of up to 10% basic salary

• Free entry to National Trust places for you, a guest and your children (under 18)

• Tax-free childcare scheme

• Rental deposit loan scheme

• Season ticket loan

• Perks at work discounts such as gym memberships, shopping discount codes, cinema discounts

• Holiday allowance up to 32 days relating to length of service, plus holiday purchase scheme, subject to meeting minimum criteria.

• Flexible working whenever possible

• Employee assistance programme

• Free parking at most Trust places

• Independent financial advice

Click here to find out moreabout the benefits we offer to support you.