Lead Cook
Robinwood Activity Centre, Cheap, City and County of the City of London
Lead Cook
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Robinwood Activity Centre, Cheap, City and County of the City of London
- Full time
- Temporary
- Onsite working
Posted today, 8 Nov | Get your application in now to be one of the first to apply.
Closing date: Closing date not specified
Job ref: cd397c6366c84fa7866f837ecf76595e
Location ref: Cheap, City and County of the City of London
Full Job Description
We are looking for a passionate and organised Lead Cook to join our friendly team at Barhaugh Hall. What you will be doing as a Lead Cook: As part of a small, supportive catering team, you will play a key role in delivering high-quality meals and keeping the kitchen running smoothly. You will:
- Support the Catering Manager in all kitchen operations
- Lead and motivate the kitchen team during shifts
- Prepare a variety of nutritious meals for children and adults
- Ensure all dietary requirements are met
- Maintain high standards of food hygiene and cleanliness
- Provide a positive and welcoming service to guests What you will get
- £26,375 (£15.85 per hour, based on a 32-hour per week contract)
- Consistent monthly pay through an annualised hours contract
- Pay reflective of experience and skills Plus:
- Monday to Friday shifts - no late nights or weekends
- Free meals on shift
- Profit-related tax-free bonus
- 12 weeks off per year (including August and Christmas)
- Staff social events
- Training and development opportunities
- A fun, child-centred working environment Your working pattern:
- Full-time contract - 32 hours per week (average 38 hours worked over 5 days)
- Fixed 4-week rotating timetable
- Shifts between 6am and 8pm (latest finish), Fridays earlier Example week:
- Monday: 9am - 8pm
- Tuesday: 7am - 8pm
- Wednesday: 6am - 3pm
- Thursday: 6am - 3pm
- Friday: 6am - 3pm Enjoy a strong work-life balance with predictable hours and no weekend work. Training & Development We support your growth with:
- Food hygiene certification (Level 2 provided if needed)
- Ongoing professional development
- Opportunities to build leadership skills What we are looking for
- Experienced in a busy kitchen (with some leadership responsibility)
- Passionate about cooking and teamwork
- Knowledgeable about food hygiene and safety
- Positive, proactive, and customer-focused Ready to apply? If you're looking for a rewarding role where you can cook great food, enjoy a balanced lifestyle, and make a real difference, we'd love to hear from you. Internal and external applicants welcome. TPBN1_UKTJ
Why Robinwood? Industry-leading Employer Living Wage Foundation accredited Investors in People Gold Employee-owned business Love cooking and want your work to make a real difference? At Robinwood, you won't just be preparing meals - you'll be helping create memorable residential experiences for children. From hearty breakfasts to satisfying evening meals, your food will fuel adventure, confidence, and fun.