Cook/ Server

Routes to Work; Airdrie; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Cook/Server to join their vibrant team. This exciting role involves meal preparation and serving customers in a fast-paced snack van environment. The ideal candidate will possess strong culinary skills and a commitment to excellent customer service. You'll work Monday to Friday with occasional Saturdays, ensuring high standards of food safety and hygiene while delighting customers with delicious meals. If you have a passion for cooking and thrive in a dynamic setting, this opportunity is perfect for you!

Benefits

Company pension

Discounted or free food

Qualifications

• Proven experience in meal preparation within a snack van or similar setting.
• Strong knowledge of food safety practices and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook snacks and meals according to established recipes.
• Serve customers promptly and courteously while addressing dietary needs.
• Maintain high standards of food safety and hygiene.

Skills

Meal preparation

Food safety practices

Culinary skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Job description

*please contact RTW to receive Application form for this post*

Job Overview

We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Cook/Server to join our vibrant team. In this dual role, you will be responsible for both meal preparation and serving customers in a fast-paced snack van environment on our site. The ideal candidate will have a passion for cooking and a commitment to providing excellent customer service. Working hours are 7.30am to 3.30pm, Monday to Friday and working 1 in 5 Saturdays, 9am to 5pm.

Duties

Prepare and cook snacks and meals according to established recipes and standards, ensuring quality and consistency.

Assist in the preparation of food items, including chopping vegetables, marinating meats, and assembling dishes.

Maintain high standards of food safety and hygiene throughout the kitchen and dining area.

Serve customers promptly and courteously, taking orders and addressing any dietary requirements or preferences.

Collaborate with other staff to ensure efficient service during busy periods.

Clean and organise kitchen equipment, utensils, and workstations after use to maintain a tidy environment.

Help with inventory management by monitoring stock levels of ingredients and supplies.

Skills

Proven experience in meal preparation within a snack van or similar setting is highly desirable.

Strong knowledge of food safety practices and regulations to ensure compliance in the kitchen.

Excellent culinary skills with the ability to follow recipes accurately while also being creative in food presentation.

Ability to work efficiently under pressure while maintaining attention to detail.

A positive attitude, teamwork mentality, and willingness to help others are essential for success in this role.

All convictions whether spent or unspent must be declared. These posts are regulated work with children under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007. The preferred candidate will be required to join the PVG Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme update check. Where an individual has spent a continuous period of 3 months or more out with the UK in the last 5 years, an Overseas Criminal Record Check will be required. You will be required to provide this check. A confirmed offer of employment and commencement in the post will be subject to the outcome of both these pre-employment checks being deemed satisfactory.

This Job description is not exhaustive and will require flexibility to undertake other duties and responsibilities as and when required by the organisation to meet service demands.

Job Types: Full-time, Temporary, Temp to perm

Pay: £12.60 per hour

Company pension

Discounted or free food

Schedule:

8 hour shift

Day shift

Weekend availability

Ability to commute/relocate

If you are a registered client with Routes To Work, please contact your caseworker to apply. If you are not a registered client, please contact us to check you are eligible for this opportunity.