Agency Cook

Adecco; Carnforth; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a dedicated Cook for a temporary position in Carnforth. The role involves meal preparation, ensuring food quality, and maintaining hygiene standards. Ideal candidates will have relevant qualifications, experience in catering, and a valid DBS. The role offers flexible shifts with a pay rate of £18 per hour. Join a supportive team and contribute to high-quality food service.

Benefits

Flexible Shifts

Dynamic Work Environment

Qualifications

• Proven experience in menu planning, food preparation, and portion control.
• Solid understanding of food hygiene and health and safety procedures.
• Valid DBS is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Support the Catering Supervisor in planning and delivering food service.
• Monitor food quality and portion control.
• Ensure cleanliness and hygiene in the kitchen.
• Maintain high standards of record-keeping.
• Participate in team meetings and training.

Skills

Team player

Excellent organisational skills

Knowledge of health and hygiene legislation

Education

Relevant NVQ in catering or equivalent

Basic Food Hygiene Certificate

Job description

Overview

Are you passionate about cooking and ready to bring your culinary skills to life? Our client is on the lookout for a dedicated Cook to join their team on a temporary basis to cover shifts in the Carnforth area. This temporary role runs from 03/09/2025 to 16/10/2025, with a competitive rate of £18 per hour. A DBS will be required for this role.

What’s in Store for You

• Flexible Shifts: Set shifts between 7:00 AM and 7:30 PM. Shift details provided upon expression of interest.
• Dynamic Work Environment: Collaborate with a supportive team to create meals that cater to diverse dietary needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Catering Supervisor in planning and delivering high-quality, innovative, and cost-effective food service.
• Monitor food quality and portion control while preparing meals that meet dietary requirements.
• Ensure cleanliness and hygiene across the dining area and kitchen, adhering to health and safety regulations.
• Maintain high standards of record-keeping, including ordering supplies when needed.
• Participate actively in team meetings and training sessions.

What We're Looking For

Qualifications

• Relevant NVQ in catering or equivalent (preferred)
• Basic Food Hygiene Certificate (preferred)
• Valid DBS (mandatory)

Experience

• Proven experience in menu planning, food preparation, and portion control, including catering to allergen and special dietary needs.
• Solid understanding of food hygiene and health and safety procedures.

Essential Skills & Abilities

• Team player with the ability to work independently.
• Excellent organisational and communication skills.
• Knowledge of health and hygiene legislation.

Our Values

• Supportive: We value contributions from all team members and encourage a collaborative atmosphere.
• Innovative: We strive for excellence and continuously seek creative ways to improve our services.
• Respectful: We treat everyone with dignity and value diverse perspectives.
• Collaborative: We engage with colleagues and customers to achieve the best outcomes for all.

Join Us! If you’re ready to take on this exciting opportunity and make a difference in the culinary world, we want to hear from you. Show us your passion for cooking and your commitment to delivering high-quality service.

Note: We are committed to equal opportunities in our employment arrangements and expect all employees to promote this policy in their work. Health and safety is paramount, and we encourage everyone to contribute to a safe working environment.

Bring your culinary creativity to life and become a part of something special. We can’t wait to meet you!

Adecco is a disability-confident employer. It is important to us that we run an inclusive and accessible recruitment process to support candidates of all backgrounds and all abilities to apply. Adecco is committed to building a supportive environment for you to explore the next steps in your career. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.

Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

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