Canteen Cook

Proper Cornish; Bodmin; On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in food and beverage manufacturing is seeking a Canteen Cook to join their team in Bodmin. The role involves preparing nutritious meals for colleagues, maintaining hygiene standards, and supporting the Catering Manager. Ideal candidates will have qualifications in food preparation and experience in a kitchen environment. This full-time position offers competitive pay and the opportunity to make a daily impact in the workplace.

Qualifications

• Experience in a kitchen, canteen, or similar food service environment.
• Confidence in cooking and baking fresh, healthy food.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook varied and nutritious meals.
• Maintain high standards of hygiene and cleanliness.
• Support the Catering Manager with day-to-day operations.

Skills

Communication

Customer Service

Organizational Skills

Reliability

Flexibility

Education

Qualifications in food preparation or catering

Job description

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Are you passionate about providing a great dining experience? Do you thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment? We are currently seeking a Canteen Cook to join our friendly and growing team in Bodmin. This role supports the evening shift, catering for approximately 70 to 100 colleagues each day.

You will play an important role in delivering fresh, high-quality food and ensuring our canteen remains a welcoming and clean environment.

We are seeking an individual to work 15:30 – 00:30 (PM Shift) Monday to Thursday, with one 30-minute unpaid break each day. We provide a competitive hourly rate of £13.10, with an enhanced rate of £16.38 for hours worked between 20:00 and 06:00, as well as any hours worked over 37.5 per week.

Main Duties:

• Prepare and cook varied and nutritious meals, including options for dietary requirements (including pre-ordered meals and staff bakes for break times).
• Serve food in a professional and friendly manner.
• Maintain high standards of hygiene, cleanliness, and presentation throughout the food preparation areas and staff seating area.
• Monitor and restock supplies as required (including staff vending and coffee machines).
• Ensure compliance with Health and Safety and Food Hygiene regulations.
• Gather and communicate feedback to the Catering Manager.
• Support the Catering Manager with day-to-day operations.
• Interact positively with colleagues and maintain a helpful, customer-first attitude.
• Uphold company values and policies at all times.

What we're looking for:

• Qualifications in food preparation or catering.
• Experience in a kitchen, canteen, or similar food service environment.
• Confidence in cooking and baking fresh, healthy food.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Reliability, flexibility, and a proactive attitude.
• Basic numeracy skills for handling payments.
• Good organisational skills and ability to stay calm under pressure.
• Commitment to high standards and customer satisfaction.
• Ability to work independently while maintaining excellent communication with the Catering Manager.

If you’re ready to bring your skills to a role where your work makes a daily difference, we want to hear from you. Apply now and become part of a team committed to delivering an excellent workplace experience.

Additional Information:

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Management and Manufacturing
• Industries: Food and Beverage Manufacturing