Nutritional Catering Cook - Term-Time, Part-Time

WSH Group; Torquay; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Blended learning programme

Employee discount platform

Wellbeing services (EAP & Virtual GP)

Pensions scheme

Job summary

Caterlink in Torquay is seeking a passionate Cook for a 3-month part-time placement, with no weekend shifts. You will prepare, cook, and present nutritionally balanced meals to high standards and support site-based teams to deliver outstanding service.

You'll manage day-to-day operations, ensure health and safety compliance, train staff, monitor budgets, and build strong client relationships while working term-time to fit around school calendars.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in food preparation, cooking and presentation to professional standards.
• Knowledge of Health and Safety legislation and compliance procedures.
• Experience with Food Safety regulations and environmental legislation.
• Experience in inventory management and budget monitoring.
• Proven supervisory and team leadership experience.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook and present high-quality meals to Caterlink's standards.
• Ensure compliance with Health and Safety, Food Safety and environmental policies.
• Manage day-to-day operations of the location, including supervising staff and inventories.
• Monitor budgets and implement actions to improve efficiency.
• Develop staff through training, induction and performance management.
• Maintain strong client relationships and effective communication with the client.

Skills

Food preparation

Cooking

Health and Safety compliance

Inventory management

Budget monitoring

Supervisory experience

Education

Food Hygiene Certificate (Level 2 or 3)

Job description

Caterlink in Torquay is seeking a passionate Cook for a 3-month part-time placement, with no weekend shifts. You will prepare, cook, and present nutritionally balanced meals to high standards and support site-based teams to deliver outstanding service.

You'll manage day-to-day operations, ensure health and safety compliance, train staff, monitor budgets, and build strong client relationships while working term-time to fit around school calendars.