Cook

Manpower is recruiting a Cook on behalf of our public sector client to work within a restaurant and canteen environment.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with previous cooking experience who enjoys preparing fresh, home cooked meals in a commercial kitchen setting.

Location: Heath, Cardiff

Hours: 5:00 pm - 1:00 am (Full time)

Pay: £13.45 per hour weekday until 8:00 pm. £17.91 per hour 8:00 pm - 1:00 am

Shifts: Any 5 days from 7, including weekends.

Contract: Temporary

Duration: 3 months

The Role

• Preparing and cooking fresh meals including dishes such as curries, lasagnes and other homemade style meals
• Supporting the day to day running of the main restaurant and canteen kitchen
• Ensuring all food is prepared to a high standard and served within agreed timescales
• Following food hygiene, allergen and health and safety procedures at all times
• Assisting with stock rotation and maintaining cleanliness within the kitchen
• Working as part of a wider catering team
• Ensuring excellent customer service is provided to staff and visitors

Essential Requirements

• Previous experience working as a Cook within a commercial kitchen environment
• Experience preparing fresh, homemade meals
• Valid Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate
• Good understanding of food safety and kitchen hygiene standards
• Reliable, flexible and able to work evening and weekend shifts

The role is subject to satisfactory references. We are looking for someone to start within a week.

What We Provide

• Weekly pay (PAYE)
• 28 days annual leave
• Auto enrolment into NEST pension
• Uniform