Cook (Large-Scale Kitchen) & Team Support

Derbyshire County Council; High Peak; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority in High Peak is seeking a Cook to join their award-winning Catering Service. The ideal candidate will work as part of a dedicated kitchen team, preparing and cooking meals, assisting in stocktaking, and managing cash reconciliation. Candidates should have experience in a large kitchen, a strong understanding of health and safety, and a basic food hygiene certificate. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a valued kitchen team with a focus on quality food service.

Qualifications

• Experience in a large production kitchen is essential.
• Knowledge of health and safety requirements is important.
• Possess a basic food hygiene certificate.

Responsibilities

• Prepare food and cook meals.
• Serve meals and assist with stocktaking.
• Check deliveries and manage cash reconciliation.
• Deputise for the Unit Supervisor when needed.

Skills

Food preparation

Cooking meals

Health and safety knowledge

Food hygiene certification

Job description

A local government authority in High Peak is seeking a Cook to join their award-winning Catering Service. The ideal candidate will work as part of a dedicated kitchen team, preparing and cooking meals, assisting in stocktaking, and managing cash reconciliation. Candidates should have experience in a large kitchen, a strong understanding of health and safety, and a basic food hygiene certificate. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a valued kitchen team with a focus on quality food service.