Cook

  • Reference icon Reference Number: 446853
  • PublishDate iconPublished Date: 09/09/2026
  • JobType iconJob Type: Temporary
  • salaryRate iconSalary: £13.45 - £22.34 Per hour
  • domain iconIndustry: Public Sector
  • type iconHours: Full Time

Location: Llandough, CF64
Contract: Temporary, duration unknown
Pay Rates

  • £13.45 per hour (Weekdays)
  • £17.91 per hour (Saturdays)
  • £23.24 per hour (Sundays & Bank Holidays)


Working Pattern

  • 5 days out of 7
  • Shifts between 6:00am and 8:00pm
  • Various contract hours available:
    • 16 hours per week
    • 24 hours per week
    • 30 hours per week
    • 37.5 hours per week


The Role
We are recruiting an experienced Cook on behalf of our client. The successful candidate will be responsible for preparing and cooking quality food while maintaining excellent food safety, hygiene and customer service standards.

Main Duties & Responsibilities

  • Prepare, cook and present a range of hot and cold food items to agreed standards.
  • Ensure food quality, presentation and portion control requirements are consistently met.
  • Support daily food production to meet service requirements.
  • Follow recipes, production schedules and food safety procedures.
  • Maintain high standards of cleanliness and organisation within food preparation areas.
  • Monitor food temperatures and complete required food safety records.
  • Assist with stock rotation, stock control and the safe storage of deliveries.
  • Adhere to Food Hygiene, Health & Safety and Infection Prevention procedures at all times.
  • Work collaboratively with colleagues to ensure an efficient catering service.

Essential Requirements

  • Valid Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate (Manpower can support with this)
  • A minimum of 2 years catering/cooking experience.
  • Good communication and customer service skills.
  • Flexible approach to working hours and shift patterns.

What We Provide
Weekly pay (PAYE)
Uniform

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