Lead Cook & Pastry Chef | Menu & Team Lead

Care UK; Leeds; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care provider is seeking a Cook to lead kitchen operations in Leeds. Responsibilities include managing a team, creating a variety of baked goods, ensuring food safety compliance, and overseeing stock control. The ideal candidate will have experience in a fast-paced kitchen, a passion for baking, and the ability to train and develop others. This role offers extensive training and career development opportunities.

Benefits

Bank Holiday Pay

Career development and training

Wellbeing support

Access to online and in-store discounts

Annual purchase holiday scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
• Passion for baking and pastry making.
• Ability to lead a team effectively.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team in day-to-day kitchen operations.
• Bake a variety of cakes and pastries.
• Manage stock control and adhere to food cost guidelines.
• Ensure compliance with food and health safety standards.
• Train, supervise, and develop kitchen staff.

Skills

Kitchen management

Baking

Team leadership

Food safety compliance

Job description

A leading care provider is seeking a Cook to lead kitchen operations in Leeds. Responsibilities include managing a team, creating a variety of baked goods, ensuring food safety compliance, and overseeing stock control. The ideal candidate will have experience in a fast-paced kitchen, a passion for baking, and the ability to train and develop others. This role offers extensive training and career development opportunities.