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Cook - Are you an experienced Cook looking for part-time work? Do you enjoy cooking and baking in a small café style environment?
If so, Spider are advertising on behalf of an international equine charity for a Cook to join their teams based in Belwade Farm, Aboyne, Aberdeenshire and Hall Farm, Snetterton, Norfolk on a part-time basis!
Why them?
Join an esteemed international charity dedicated to enhancing the horse-human relationship through pragmatism and compassion. With a vision to ensure every horse is treated with respect, compassion, and understanding, this organisation has a significant impact, fostering change across 300 communities in 17 countries worldwide. As a part of this dynamic team, you'll be at the heart of transforming lives — both equine and human.
Fantastic company benefits include:
- Competitive Salary: On offer is a competitive salary of £12.30 per hour
- Holiday: 31 days including bank holidays and mandatory Christmas / New Year shutdown (pro-rata for part time hours).
- Pension scheme
- Employee extras such as: cash health plan, paid employee sickness, free parking
About the role:
We are on the lookout for an experienced and dynamic cook to elevate our café's culinary offerings. Your role will be integral in creating a delightful experience for our visitors while supporting event catering and ensuring high standards of food service. You'll work closely with management to plan and deliver exceptional meals, reflecting our commitment to quality and sustainability. For the role based in Belwade Farm, Aboyne your hours will be 24 hours per week and for the role based in Snetterton, Norfolk your hours will be 20 hours per week.
Main duties and responsibilities:
- Collaborate in crafting enticing menus for café-goers and special events.
- Manage budget, pricing, and ordering to maintain well-stocked inventories.
- Prepare and cook a diverse range of dishes, ensuring consistency and high standards.
- Guide and oversee kitchen staff and volunteers, fostering a productive team environment.
- Ensure the café and kitchen areas are clean, safe, and well-maintained.
- Adhere to health, safety, and hygiene regulations.
About you:
You should have a minimum Level 2 Food and Hygiene Certificate, with an NVQ Level 2/3 in Food Preparation or Catering being desirable. Experience as a cook with a proven track record in menu planning and various cooking techniques is essential. Strong interpersonal skills, the ability to work independently and as part of a team, and a knack for handling customer feedback professionally are crucial. Join us and be a part of a team that not only excels in culinary delight but also plays a role in creating a positive impact on the world. If you are ready to bring your creativity and expertise to our kitchen!
We would love to hear why you feel you are the best candidate for this role, and what skills/ experience you can bring to the role.. Please do let us know along with forwarding an up-to-date CV as soon as possible. We look forward to hearing from you.
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