Kitchen Facilities Cook (Late Shift)

Vintage.Com; Ledston; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Late shift allowance

Job summary

Vintage.com is seeking a Facilities Operative (Cook) to prepare, cook and serve meals for staff in a fast-paced kitchen. You’ll ensure high hygiene standards, manage stock, and support menu planning while delivering a consistent, nutritious dining experience for colleagues.

The role operates on a 2:00 PM – 10:00 PM late shift with a base salary of £26,250 per year plus a late shift allowance. Applicants should have 3+ years cooking experience and food safety credentials.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of cook experience in a commercial setting.
• Food safety certification and knowledge of hygiene regulations.
• Strong time management in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating with a team.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook meals according to established menus and dietary requirements.
• Maintain cleanliness and hygiene standards in all kitchen areas.
• Monitor food inventory, manage stock levels, and place orders when needed.
• Operate kitchen equipment safely and efficiently.
• Minimise food waste and optimise ingredient usage.
• Provide a welcoming and high-quality dining experience for staff.

Skills

Cook experience

Food safety certification

Time management

Independent yet team player

Safe kitchen equipment handling

Communication with management

Culinary training (plus)

Job description

Description

About the Team

At Vintage.com, we’re building the most trusted platform for pre-loved items. We help people give valuable things a new life, making the experience simple, transparent and rewarding.

We bring together specialist knowledge, thoughtful technology and genuine care for our customers. By helping more items stay in circulation, we create value for people and make a positive impact at the same time.

About the Role

As a Facilities Operative (Cook), you will be responsible for preparing, cooking, and serving meals. You’ll ensure that all food is prepared to high-quality standards, maintain excellent hygiene and safety practices, and manage kitchen supplies effectively. Your role is essential in providing a nutritious and enjoyable dining experience while keeping the kitchen running smoothly.

Working the 2:00 PM - 10:00 PM late shift, this position offers a base salary of £26,250 per annum, plus a late shift annual allowance.

• Learn the kitchen setup, menu planning, and food preparation processes.
• Familiarise yourself with food safety, hygiene regulations, and kitchen equipment.
• Understand ingredient sourcing, inventory management, and ordering procedures.
• Begin coordinating with the team to ensure smooth meal service.
• Prepare and cook a variety of meals according to the daily menu and dietary needs.
• Maintain high cleanliness and sanitation standards in the kitchen.
• Ensure proper food storage, handling, and safety compliance.
• Manage inventory effectively, minimising food waste and optimising ingredient use.
• Work efficiently in a fast-paced environment to meet scheduled meal times.
• Consistently deliver high-quality meals while maintaining efficiency.
• Collaborate with management to improve menu variety and nutritional value.
• Refine kitchen processes to enhance food service operations.
• Ensure the kitchen remains a calm and welcoming space for the team.
• Provide feedback on kitchen operations and suggest process improvements.

What You'll Do

• Prepare and cook meals according to established menus and dietary requirements.
• Maintain cleanliness and hygiene standards in all kitchen areas.
• Monitor food inventory, manage stock levels, and place orders when needed.
• Operate kitchen equipment safely and efficiently.
• Minimize food waste and optimize ingredient usage.
• Assist in menu planning and accommodate dietary restrictions as required.
• Provide a welcoming and high-quality dining experience for staff.

What You’ll Bring

• 3+ years as a cook in a commercial kitchen, cafeteria, or similar setting.
• Food safety certification and knowledge of hygiene regulations.
• Strong time management and multitasking skills in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating with a team.
• Safe handling of kitchen equipment and adherence to best practices.
• Good communication skills to coordinate with management and staff.
• Culinary training is a plus but not required.

Equal Opportunities

At Vintage Trading Limited, we're committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels heard, respected, and able to bring their authentic self to work. We believe that diversity fuels innovation, creativity, and success.

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences, and we work hard to ensure equitable opportunities for all. If you're excited about this role but don't meet every requirement, we still encourage you to apply, your unique skills and experiences might be exactly what we need now or in the future.

If you need any adjustments or accommodations during the hiring process, just let us know and we'll do our best to support you.

Your personal data will be handled in accordance with our Privacy Notice.

At Vintage.com, we exist to create a world where everything has value and nothing is wasted.

We're building the world's most trusted platform for pre-loved items, making it simple for people to unlock the value in the things they no longer need while keeping valuable materials in circulation and out of landfill.

What began as a successful model in the UK has evolved into an international business with operations across Europe and ambitions far beyond. Today, we operate as one company, one team, and one brand, united by a shared purpose, mission, and set of values.

Behind the scenes, we're building the world's largest international trading platform for pre-loved items, powered by expert people, smart technology, data-driven decision making, and a deep belief in the circular economy.

Our teams collaborate across borders, sharing ownership of outcomes and bringing the same care, fairness, and common sense to every customer interaction and business decision.

Every item we buy is rehomed, reused, or responsibly recycled. Whether it's precious metals, jewellery, watches, cameras, collectibles, or other valuables, we help ensure that items continue their journey rather than going to waste.

As we expand into new markets and scale internationally, our goal remains the same: To become the most trusted platform in pre-loved items, creating a future where everything has value and nothing is wasted