Cook

TN United Kingdom; Darlington; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a motivated Cook to join their catering team, providing essential services within an eating disorder service and coffee shop. This role involves preparing and serving meals while maintaining high hygiene standards. Candidates should possess strong culinary skills, knowledge of food safety regulations, and a customer-focused attitude. The position requires flexibility and the ability to work shifts, ensuring a supportive environment for patients and staff alike. If you're passionate about food and service, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Minimum Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate required.
• NVQ Level 2 in Catering and Hospitality is essential.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook, and serve meals according to hygiene standards.
• Maintain cleanliness and safety in the kitchen environment.
• Assist with menu planning and complete necessary paperwork.

Skills

Culinary Skills

HACCP Compliance

Food Hygiene Knowledge

Customer Service

IT Literacy

Education

Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate

NVQ Level 2 in Catering and Hospitality

Job description

Job Description

Job summary

The post holder is a member of the catering team responsible for providing catering services within an eating disorder service and in-house coffee shop to staff, patients, and visitors. Responsibilities include preparing, cooking, and serving food and beverages to standard recipes, cleaning, completing paperwork, ordering supplies, cash handling, and providing hospitalities. The shift pattern will be over 7 days between 7.30 am and 6.30 pm.

You must have the Right to Work in the UK to be successfully appointed. Please note, this role does not meet the eligibility criteria for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker visa, and the Trust cannot offer sponsorship for this role.

Main Duties of the Job

We are seeking a motivated, customer-focused, reliable, and flexible Cook to join the Trust Hotel Service's Team. The role involves shift work, including hours from 07.30 am to 6.30 pm, providing catering in the eating disorder kitchen. Candidates should demonstrate good culinary skills, knowledge, compliance with HACCP, allergens, and related paperwork.

The role requires knowledge of cleaning duties, chemical use, and equipment handling in a demanding environment. Responsibilities include preparing, cooking, and serving meals according to hygiene standards, maintaining hygiene and safety, and assisting with menu planning. Candidates should have a good general education, hold a minimum of Level 2 Food Hygiene certificate, NVQ Level 2 in Catering and Hospitality, and be IT literate. Ability to travel across sites independently is also required.

About Us

Hotel Services, part of the Estates and Facilities Management Directorate, manages Cleaning, Catering, Laundry & Linen, Portering, Reception, Transport, and Pest Control across the trust, ensuring a safe, clean, and supportive environment for recovery. We are accredited with 'Hospitality Assured' by the Institute of Hospitality, emphasizing our customer-led, service-oriented approach.