Nightshift Cook

The Nightshift Cook is responsible for preparing high-quality meals during night operations, ensuring excellent customer service, and maintaining strict food safety and cleaning standards. This role supports both Breakfast/Main Meal production and overall kitchen efficiency.,

• Breakfast & Main Meal Preparation - Prepare, cook, and present breakfast items and main meals to a consistent standard, following recipes, portion guidelines, and dietary requirements.
• Serving Customers - Provide friendly, efficient service to customers, ensuring a positive dining experience and responding to requests professionally.
• Following Cleaning Schedules - Complete all scheduled cleaning tasks, including equipment, surfaces, storage areas, and utensils, maintaining a safe and hygienic kitchen environment.
• Completion of All Due Diligence - Accurately complete all required documentation such as temperature checks, cleaning logs, allergen controls, and food safety records in line with company and legal standards., Nightshift hours (exact times may vary), including responsibility for early-morning breakfast preparation and ensuring the kitchen is fully ready for daytime operations.
  
  Do you have a passion for providing genuine hospitality and impeccable service? Are you a collaborative team player? Are you friendly, professional and efficient? Yes? Then this is the role for you. At BaxterStorey, we believe that every interaction is an opportunity to create a lasting impression, that's why we're looking for a Nightshift Cook who strives to exceed expectations at every turn. As a trailblazer in the hospitality industry, we are excited to open our doors to individuals who share our passion for delivering exceptional experiences and creating unforgettable moments.
We believe that it is our people that set us apart, that's why as a member of our team, you will be supported in an inclusive environment that encourages growth and celebrates diversity. We will invest in your development with ongoing training, to ensure that you have the skills and knowledge to thrive in your role, and we guarantee a good work-life balance, because we believe that people excel when they are given the space to take care of themselves. If you are someone who thrives on delivering extraordinary experiences, loves to be part of a harmonious and collaborative team, we would love to hear from you!,
• Strong cooking skills and ability to work independently during night hours
• Excellent time management and organisation
• Commitment to food safety and hygiene standards
• Positive attitude and customer-focused approach
• Ability to follow structured processes and documentation requirements, Professional Cookery Certification - SVQ/NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Professional Cookery, or equivalent culinary training.
• Food Hygiene & Safety Training - Level 2 or Level 3 Food Safety & Hygiene certification.
• Allergen Awareness Training - Understanding of allergen controls and safe food-handling procedures.
• Experience in High-Volume Catering - Background in canteens, hospitality, or commercial kitchens.
• Knowledge of HACCP Procedures - Ability to follow hazard analysis and critical control point systems.
• Customer Service Skills - Experience interacting with customers in a food-service environment.
• Ability to Work Independently - Confidence managing a kitchen during quieter night hours.
• Experience with Cleaning Schedules - Familiarity with structured cleaning routines and equipment care.
• Record-Keeping & Due Diligence - Experience completing temperature logs, cleaning records, and compliance paperwork.
• Flexibility & Time Management - Ability to prioritise tasks and meet early-morning breakfast deadlines.
  
  20 Days holiday plus bank holidays PRO RATA
• Plus a paid day off on your birthday
• 3 paid volunteering days
• 3 days grandparent leave
• 26 week's enhanced maternity leave
• Secondary carer leave
• Wedding/commitment day leave
• Free meals on shift
• Bespoke training and development opportunities
• Discounts available on our Perkbox app; high street shops, holidays & cinema
• Wellbeing hub
• Access to employee assistance programme
• Cycle to work scheme