Assistant Cook

Eurestfood; Manchester; On-site; GBP 20,000 - GBP 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A workplace catering provider based in Manchester is looking for an ambitious Assistant Cook to join their team on a full-time basis. You will create exceptional food experiences while working in a supportive environment that celebrates individuality and rewards exceptional performance. Ideal candidates should have strong communication skills, be team players, and demonstrate a passion for good food. This role offers the chance to grow within a company dedicated to sustainability and high-quality service.

Qualifications

• Brilliant communicator and relationship builder.
• Strive for excellence and take initiative.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage time effectively.

Responsibilities

• Prepare high-quality food for customers.
• Comply with food handling and hygiene standards.
• Assist with general kitchen tasks as instructed.

Skills

Communication

Team player

Time management

Initiative

Job description

Overview

We're currently recruiting an ambitious Assistant Cook to help us create exceptional food experiences for Eurest on a full time basis, contracted to 35 hours per week. As an Assistant Cook, you will be working in a passionate and hard-working team to create an outstanding culinary experience for our customers. You'll get given every opportunity to progress within a company that invests in its people, celebrates individuality, and rewards and recognises employees who go beyond the plate.

Shift pattern

• Mon: Full-time (Days)
• Tues: Full-time (Days)
• Weds: Full-time (Days)
• Thurs: Full-time (Days)
• Fri: Full-time (Days)
• Sat:
• Sun:

Key responsibilities

• Preparing delicious, high-quality food that delights our clients and customers
• Being an enthusiastic team player and excellent communicator
• Helping with general kitchen tasks as directed
• Stock taking
• Representing Eurest and maintaining a positive brand image
• Complying with Food Handling & Hygiene standards
• Complying with Health & Safety regulations

Ideal candidate

• Be a brilliant communicator and easily build relationships
• Strive for excellence in an eager and motivated manner
• Take initiative and make decisions that are right for our customers
• Have a desire to succeed in your role
• Possess the ability to work under pressure
• Demonstrate exceptional timekeeping and reliability
• Have a flexible approach to working
• Passionate about great-tasting food

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.

Our culture and diversity

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

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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!