Cook

Contract Options; Witney; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Paid holiday

Free meals on duty

Immediate start

Career progression

Job summary

Contract Options is seeking an experienced Kitchen Assistant/Cook for a night shift in Witney, Oxfordshire. The role runs 6pm–2am from Monday to Friday, with weekends free and a pay rate of £16.00 per hour. Immediate start available for a contract running through January 2027.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys evenings and nights, with free meals on duty and weekly pay. Own transport is essential due to location and hours.

Qualifications

• Experience as Kitchen Assistant/Cook or commis chef.
• Good knowledge of food hygiene and safety standards.
• Reliable, organised and able to use own initiative.
• Confident working independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Reheating and serving freshly prepared meals.
• Preparing fresh salads and breakfast items.
• Supporting food preparation for the breakfast service.
• Maintaining high food hygiene and safety standards.
• Keeping the kitchen clean, tidy and organised.
• Assisting with general kitchen duties.

Skills

Night shift experience

Food hygiene

Team player

Reliable

Own transport

Job description

Kitchen Assistant/Cook - Night Shift

Witney, Oxfordshire (OX29) | £16.00 per hour | Immediate Start

Contract Options is recruiting an experienced Kitchen Assistant/Cook to join a well-established contract caterer in Witney, Oxfordshire.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys working evenings and nights, with weekends free. The contract runs until January 2027.

What's on Offer?

• £16.00 per hour
• Monday to Friday, 6pm-2am
• Weekly pay and paid holiday
• Free meals on duty
• Immediate start
• Potential to progress within the company

Key Duties

• Reheating and serving freshly prepared meals
• Preparing fresh salads and breakfast items
• Supporting food preparation for the breakfast service
• Maintaining high food hygiene and safety standards
• Keeping the kitchen clean, tidy and organised
• Assisting with general kitchen duties

What We're Looking For

• Previous experience as a Kitchen Assistant/Cook or commis chef
• Reliable, organised and able to use your own initiative
• Confident working independently and as part of a team
• Good knowledge of food hygiene
• Own transport is essential due to the location and night-shift hours