Cook

Haven; Rochester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - GBP 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hospitality company in the UK is seeking a Cook for their on-park JD Wetherspoon. If you have a passion for cooking and want to thrive in a supportive team environment, this role is for you. You'll prepare and cook a variety of dishes, maintain a clean kitchen, and support your team. Full training is provided, making this a great opportunity for those without professional kitchen experience. Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays is required.

Qualifications

• Genuine interest in cooking and kitchen work.
• Willingness to learn new skills.
• Ability to stay calm in busy service times.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook dishes to company standards.
• Support team and Kitchen Manager.
• Maintain a clean and safe kitchen.

Skills

Interest in cooking

Team-focused attitude

Strong communication skills

Organisational skills

Job description

Position: Cook - JD Wetherspoon

Type: Full-Time / Part-Time / Seasonal
Pay Rates: £13.21 per hour

If you love cooking and want to be part of a team that values great food and great people, we’d love to welcome you to Haven. As a Cook in our on-park JD Wetherspoon, you’ll help us serve high-quality, delicious meals that bring joy to our guests and keep them coming back for more. You’ll be working from our varied all-day menu, helping to deliver food that looks good, tastes even better, and meets our high standards every time. No professional kitchen experience? No problem — full training will be provided to help you grow your skills and thrive in the role.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook a variety of dishes to company standards
• Support your team and follow the lead of your Kitchen Manager
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organised kitchen environment
• Follow food safety and hygiene regulations
• Work collaboratively with kitchen and front-of-house teams to deliver smooth service

Requirements

• A genuine interest in cooking and working in a kitchen environment
• Willingness to learn and take on new challenges
• A team-focused attitude and strong communication skills
• The ability to stay organised and calm during busy service times
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays

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