Cook

Recruitment Professionals; Greater London; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Cook to work in a well-established setting in East London. This full-time role offers a great work-life balance, with consistent hours and no evenings or weekends. Applicants should have at least 2 years of cooking experience, preferably in a nursery or school setting, and be passionate about preparing healthy meals. Opportunities for professional growth in a supportive team environment are provided.

Benefits

Consistent working hours

Supportive team environment

Opportunity to make a difference through nutritious meals

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience as a cook or chef in any sector.
• Valid and up-to-date Food Hygiene Certificate.
• Passionate about cooking healthy meals.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook healthy meals for children and staff.
• Maintain a clean and safe kitchen environment.
• Develop menus according to dietary needs.

Skills

Healthy cooking

Kitchen safety

Menu development

Stock management

Education

NVQ qualification in Cookery

Tools

Kitchen equipment

Job description

Recruitment Professionals is recruiting on behalf of our client for an experienced Cook to join a friendly and well-established setting in Wanstead, East London. This is a full-time, permanent role offering a great work-life balance with no evenings or weekends.

Key Responsibilities:
• Prepare and cook healthy, balanced meals for children and staff
• Maintain a clean, safe kitchen environment at all times
• Develop menus that cater to dietary needs and nutritional guidelines
• Manage stock, ordering, and kitchen supplies efficiently
• Follow food hygiene and health & safety regulations

Requirements:
• At least 2 years of experience as a cook or chef (ideally within a nursery or school setting, though other sectors will be considered)
• NVQ qualification in Cookery or a related field
• Valid and up-to-date Food Hygiene Certificate
• Reliable, organised, and passionate about healthy cooking

Benefits:
• Consistent working hours
• Supportive team environment
• The opportunity to make a difference through nutritious meals

To apply, please send your CV and relevant certificates to [e-mail]