Cook

Local Pensions Partnership; Sefton; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A public service organization is seeking a dedicated individual to prepare, cook, and serve food and beverages. The role includes maintaining hygiene and health standards in the kitchen. Benefits include generous holiday entitlement, access to a gym, and excellent occupational health services. This position is open until midnight on November 16, 2025.

Benefits

23 days' holiday plus bank holidays

Access to free on-site gym

Free parking

On-site canteen

Contributory pension

Occupational health services

Qualifications

• Experience in food preparation and cooking.
• Knowledge of hygiene and health safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook, and serve a variety of food and beverages.
• Control hygiene and health and safety in the kitchen.
• Set up and clear away tables and equipment.

Job description

Responsibilities

You will be responsible to prepare, cook and serve a variety of food and beverages, including buffets for visitors, staff and events. To prepare, cook and serve high-quality food and beverages for special and formal occasions that take place throughout the Service.

Applicants will be responsible for the control of hygiene and health and safety in the kitchen and dining area, including washing up, cleaning of the kitchen, its surrounds and equipment, setting up and clearing away tables and equipment in the kitchen and dining areas.

Benefits

• 23 days' holiday, (rising to 28 days after 5 years' service) plus Bank holidays and 2 additional Extra Statutory days added to the holiday entitlement
• Access to free on-site gym
• Free, secure parking
• On-site canteen
• Contributory pension by both the employee and by MFRS
• Excellent Occupational Health services and Employee Assistance Programme

Closing date: Midnight, Sunday 16th November 2025

Interview: TBC

About The Company

Merseyside Fire and Rescue Service (MFRS) is at the forefront of public safety and emergency response, serving the vibrant communities of Merseyside with dedication and professionalism. Our mission is to protect, prevent, and respond-ensuring the safety and well‑being of the public, both in times of crisis and through proactive community engagement.

With a proud history and a strong sense of purpose, we operate across a diverse region that includes bustling urban centers, industrial hubs, and serene rural areas. Our highly skilled and committed teams work tirelessly to provide fire and rescue services, enforce fire safety regulations, and deliver critical prevention and education programmes.

Pension Considerations

Annual Allowance Please note that it is your personal responsibility to check whether by applying/accepting this position it would result in any Annual Allowance implications. A breach in the Annual Allowance threshold could result in a Tax charge. Further information on Annual Allowance can be obtained from the Pensions team, or the Pension Administrator website (Local Pensions Partnership Administration Ltd - website - lppapensions.co.uk, Annual Allowance Information - Annual Allowance).

Lifetime Allowance Please note that it is your personal responsibility to check whether by applying/accepting this position it would result in any Lifetime Allowance implications. A breach in the Lifetime Allowance threshold will result in a Tax charge. Further information on Lifetime Allowance can be obtained from our Pensions team, or the Pension Administrator website (Local Pensions Partnership Administration Ltd - website - lppapensions.co.uk, Lifetime Allowance Information - Lifetime Allowance).

Safeguarding

Merseyside Fire and Rescue Service's recruitment and selection procedures reflect our commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of Adults, Children and Young People and all staff and volunteers are expected to share this commitment.