Cook - KFC

Moto Hospitality; Carlisle; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food service provider is seeking a Cook to join their team at their Carlisle location. The ideal candidate will prepare and serve KFC products while maintaining high standards of cleanliness and safety. The role offers competitive pay, flexible working arrangements, and a supportive team environment. Previous experience is advantageous but not mandatory. Join us in delivering exceptional service and helping transform the rest stop experience across the UK.

Benefits

Up to 1 week’s bonus pay during Christmas

Up to 60% discount across franchise brands

Enhanced sick pay and family benefits

Development opportunities including funded qualifications

Weekly Pay

Qualifications

• Self-motivated and dynamic individual ready for a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to maintain cleanliness and follow safety guidelines.
• Experience in food preparation or a similar role is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook and serve KFC products accurately.
• Maintain cleanliness in food preparation and holding areas.
• Report any equipment issues timely.

Skills

Adaptability

Ability to work in fast-paced environments

Teamwork

Job description

Virtual Interview Day! 28th October - 9.30am to 1pm, Apply today to receive more details!

Cook - £12.90ph

Shifts: vary between 7am to 10pm, weekdays and weekends - 14hr and 35hr position available

Address:

Southwaite Services, M6, Broadfield Road, Carlisle CA4 0NT

Are you ready to be our next KFC Cook?

Here at Moto we’re looking for enthusiastic, friendly people looking to get stuck in and join our awesome team, delivering KFC’s world famous, finger lickin’ chicken and exceptional customer service as we transform the UK’s rest stop experience.

What we offer our Cooks:

• Up to 1 week’s discretionary bonus pay per year paid just in time for Christmas
• Up to 60% colleague discount across our franchise partner brands
• Enhanced benefits, including, sick pay, enhanced family friend benefits and life assurance
• Fantastic development opportunities including funded qualifications
• Weekly Pay

What you’ll be doing as a Cook:

• Preparing, cooking and serving a range of KFC products with speed and accuracy to perfection
• Ensuring our food preparation and holding areas are kept clean and tidy
• Taking responsibility for maintaining fryers, fridges, freezers and work spaces, reporting any issues in a timely manner to reduce potential downtime
• Adhering to all brand, H&S and Food Safety guidelines within the unit at all times
• Working with colleagues to deliver a culture of togetherness and teamwork
• Helping prepare the kitchen, ready for the following days trade

What we’re looking for in you:

We’re looking for someone who can effortlessly switch gears—thriving in fast-paced, high-energy environments while staying equally focused and productive in quieter, more independent settings. This role requires a dynamic individual who brings calm to the chaos and momentum to the lulls, ensuring consistent performance no matter the pace. If you're adaptable, self‑motivated, and ready to tackle whatever the day brings, we want to hear from you.

What we value:

We don’t just hire a person, we hire real life individuals, as a business we value equality, diversity and inclusion, welcoming applications from all backgrounds and experiences, we’re also leading the way in further developing a workplace where you can thrive, contribute and be your authentic self.

Working for Moto is truly amazing, but don’t just take our word for it, we’ve been recognised in the Sunday Times Best Places to Work in 2024 and 2025!

Flexible working arrangements

We offer flexible working arrangements, including full or part time hours, as well as wherever we can compress or a fixed shift pattern to support your work life balance.

Disclaimers:

• Hourly rates of pay may differ for under 18’s, our night shift roles include a premium of £2ph
• Please note this role internally is known as Customer Service Assistant
• Annual bonus scheme is equivalent to work week’s salary based on average hours worked over a defined period.