Cook NEW Eurest Posted today £13.61 per hour Gateshead Chefs

Eurestfood; Gateshead; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading catering company in Gateshead is seeking a passionate Cook for a part-time position, offering 25 hours per week. In this role, you will prepare and serve high-quality meals while maintaining food handling standards and a positive customer experience. Ideal candidates are team players with prior experience in a culinary role and a commitment to excellence in food service. Join us to progress your culinary career in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Be passionate about world-class food and customer service.
• Have experience in a similar role.
• Have a good understanding of Food Handling & Hygiene standards.

Responsibilities

• Preparing high-quality food that brightens our customers’ day.
• Working in a team to prepare and serve delicious meals.
• Maintaining a positive brand image through exemplary customer service.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Team player

Flexible approach

Job description

We’re currently recruiting a passionate Cook to bring the flavour to Eurest on a part‑time basis, contracted to 25 hours per week.

As a Cook, you will support our talented culinary teams in preparing and serving the delicious food we’re known for! You’ll help keep our clients and customers smiling with dining experiences that align with popular tastes and dietary requirements, and in return you’ll have the opportunity to progress your culinary career in a market‑leading food service company.

Shift Pattern

• Tues: Afternoons
• Weds: Afternoons
• Thurs: Afternoons
• Fri: Afternoons
• Sat:
• Sun:

Responsibilities

• Preparing high‑quality food that brightens our customers’ day
• Working in a team to prepare and serve delicious meals
• Seeking opportunities to improve our menus and food services
• Maintaining a positive brand image through exemplary customer service
• Recording and reducing food waste levels
• Supporting with all kitchen organisation, stocking, and cleaning responsibilities
• Complying with Food Handling & Hygiene standards
• Complying with Health & Safety regulations

Qualifications

• Be passionate about world‑class food and customer service
• Have experience in a similar role
• Be a strong team player with excellent communication skills
• Have a good understanding of Food Handling & Hygiene standards
• Have a flexible approach to working

About Eurest

We connect workplaces to mindful, flavourful & planet‑positive catering.

At Eurest, we are the experts in workplace catering, operating in over 700 workspaces every day. We know that fuelling employees throughout the day can help to sharpen their thinking, nourish their bodies and minds and ultimately, motivate them to perform at their best. Our workplace food experiences are driven by our promise to live more sustainably and responsibly, working towards our goal of net zero by 2030.

We’re people‑powered at Eurest.

It’s an understatement to say that we’re passionate about what we do, which is why we’re committed to attracting the best and brightest people to join us – could that be you? Find out what makes joining Eurest so exciting.

Job Reference

Job Reference: com/2212/96203001/52769393/R/BU #Eurest

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Compass Group UK&I is committed to fostering an environment where every individual can truly be themselves at work and has equal opportunities to advance in their careers. We strive to build a culture that respects and celebrates the unique talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and abilities of all our team members. We want our colleagues to feel valued, empowered to reach their full potential, and to thrive – because diversity is our strength!