Canteen Cook – In-House Kitchen (Evening Shift, Weekdays Only)

Vintage Cash Cow; Overland Park (KS); On-site; USD 21,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Overland Park seeks a dependable Canteen Cook for their in-house kitchen. The role involves preparing evening meals, maintaining hygiene standards, and managing supplies. Ideal for someone who enjoys structure and teamwork in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• 3+ years’ experience in a kitchen, canteen, or catering role.
• Comfortable working independently and managing your own shift.

Responsibilities

• Cook meals to the menu and meet any dietary requirements.
• Clean all kitchen areas and maintain food safety standards.
• Manage and monitor stock and supplies.

Skills

Organised

Reliable

Timekeeping

Education

Food hygiene certification

Job description

Canteen Cook – In-House Kitchen (Evening Shift, Weekdays Only)

Department: Logistics & Facilities

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Overland Park, Leeds

Compensation: £21,633 / year

Description

About the Team
At Vintage Cash Cow, we value a supportive and well-fed team. Our in-house kitchen is a key part of keeping staff energised and cared for during their shifts. The Facilities Kitchen team provides simple, tasty meals in a clean, efficient, and friendly environment — and we're looking for someone dependable to join us.

About the Role
As a Canteen Cook, you’ll prepare and serve evening meals for staff working our late shift. You'll follow set menus, keep the kitchen clean and safe, and manage supplies so everything runs smoothly. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys structure, routine, and being part of a small, focused team.

Getting Started

• Learn the kitchen layout, daily food prep routine, and meal service schedule
• Understand health, safety, and hygiene standards
• Get to know how we manage ingredients, stock, and kitchen equipment
• Coordinate with the daytime team for smooth shift handovers
  
  

Establishing Your Impact

• Prepare and cook meals based on the set evening menu
• Maintain high hygiene and cleaning standards throughout your shift
• Handle food safely and store ingredients properly
• Keep track of inventory and report stock needs
• Serve food promptly and consistently for the evening shift
  
  

Driving Excellence

• Provide dependable, good-quality meals every evening
• Minimise waste by using ingredients efficiently
• Support a calm, well-run kitchen space
• Suggest practical improvements to make things smoother or more efficient
• Help maintain a positive and welcoming canteen experience for staff

Key Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

• Cook meals to the menu and meet any dietary requirements
• Clean all kitchen areas and maintain food safety standards
• Manage and monitor stock and supplies
• Operate kitchen equipment safely and effectively
• Support a friendly, efficient food service for staff

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• 3+ years’ experience in a kitchen, canteen, or catering role
• Food hygiene certification and good knowledge of kitchen safety
• Comfortable working independently and managing your own shift
• Organised and reliable, with good timekeeping
• Able to follow kitchen procedures and work efficiently under time pressure
• No formal culinary training needed — just solid experience and a practical approach
  
  

• Shift Two, this is our later shift in the day. The working hours are 4pm to 10pm.
• Working days are Monday to Friday.
• 30 Hours per week.At Vintage Cash Cow, we are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone feels heard, valued, respected and empowered to bring their authentic self to work. We believe that diversity drives innovation, creativity and success.
  
  We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, perspectives and experiences, and we strive to create equitable opportunities for all. Together, we’re building a culture that celebrates individuality and champions equity at every level of our organisation.
  
  If you’re excited about this role, but don’t tick every box, we still encourage you to apply. Your unique skills and experiences might be just what we’re looking for now or in the future.
  
  If you need adjustments or accommodations during the hiring process, please reach out to us and we will do our best to support you.

Equal Opportunities

At Vintage Cash Cow, we are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone feels heard, valued, respected and empowered to bring their authentic self to work. We believe that diversity drives innovation, creativity and success.

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, perspectives and experiences, and we strive to create equitable opportunities for all. Together, we’re building a culture that celebrates individuality and champions equity at every level of our organisation.

If you’re excited about this role, but don’t tick every box, we still encourage you to apply. Your unique skills and experiences might be just what we’re looking for now or in the future.

If you need adjustments or accommodations during the hiring process, please reach out to us and we will do our best to support you.