Kitchen Facilities Cook (Late Shift)

Department: Facilities Management

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Overland Park, Morley

Compensation: £26,250 / month

Description About the Team At Vintage.com, we’re building the most trusted platform for pre-loved items. We help people give valuable things a new life, making the experience simple, transparent and rewarding.

We bring together specialist knowledge, thoughtful technology and genuine care for our customers. By helping more items stay in circulation, we create value for people and make a positive impact at the same time.

About The Role As a Facilities Operative (Cook), you will be responsible for preparing, cooking, and serving meals. You’ll ensure that all food is prepared to high-quality standards, maintain excellent hygiene and safety practices, and manage kitchen supplies effectively. Your role is essential in providing a nutritious and enjoyable dining experience while keeping the kitchen running smoothly.

Working the 2:00 PM – 10:00 PM late shift, this position offers a base salary of £26,250 per annum, plus a late shift annual allowance.

• Learn the kitchen setup, menu planning, and food preparation processes.
• Familiarise yourself with food safety, hygiene regulations, and kitchen equipment.
• Understand ingredient sourcing, inventory management, and ordering procedures.
• Begin coordinating with the team to ensure smooth meal service.
• Prepare and cook a variety of meals according to the daily menu and dietary needs.
• Maintain high cleanliness and sanitation standards in the kitchen.
• Ensure proper food storage, handling, and safety compliance.
• Manage inventory effectively, minimising food waste and optimising ingredient use.
• Work efficiently in a fast-paced environment to meet scheduled meal times.
• Consistently deliver high-quality meals while maintaining efficiency.
• Collaborate with management to improve menu variety and nutritional value.
• Refine kitchen processes to enhance food service operations.
• Ensure the kitchen remains a calm and welcoming space for the team.
• Provide feedback on kitchen operations and suggest process improvements.

What You'll Do

• Prepare and cook meals according to established menus and dietary requirements.
• Maintain cleanliness and hygiene standards in all kitchen areas.
• Monitor food inventory, manage stock levels, and place orders when needed.
• Operate kitchen equipment safely and efficiently.
• Minimize food waste and optimize ingredient usage.
• Assist in menu planning and accommodate dietary restrictions as required.
• Provide a welcoming and high-quality dining experience for staff.

What You’ll Bring

• 3+ years as a cook in a commercial kitchen, cafeteria, or similar setting.
• Food safety certification and knowledge of hygiene regulations.
• Strong time management and multitasking skills in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating with a team.
• Safe handling of kitchen equipment and adherence to best practices.
• Good communication skills to coordinate with management and staff.
• Culinary training is a plus but not required.