Cafe Cook
| Posting date: | 06 March 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £13.00 to £15.00 per hour |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 05 April 2026 |
| Location: | Whitehaven, Cumbria |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Recruit North Ltd |
| Job type: | Permanent |
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Summary
We have a great opportunity for an experienced Cook to join the team in Whitehaven town centre. This busy cafe is well established and very popular with returning and new customers alike.
It is working 5 days per week (daytimes only – no evenings!) and (except during December) you get Sundays, and one other day of the week, off.
The food you will be preparing / cooking ranges from breakfasts, soups, pies, quiches and main meals to afternoon teas. We pride ourselves on serving tasty, nutritious and well presented food.
You will also have input into the menu and specials, giving you the opportunity to bring your own ideas to life.
This is a great place to work and the people you will be working with are friendly and helpful!
Your new job:
Prepare and cook a variety of home cooked traditional meals.
Assist in the planning and development of new recipes and menu items.
Ensure that all food is prepared to a high standard.
Supervising kitchen staff.
Maintain cleanliness and organisation of the kitchen area.
Monitor stock levels and assist with ordering supplies as needed.
Help train and mentor new kitchen staff.
About you:
Experience as a Cook or Chef.
Familiar with food safety standards and health and safety.
Can work in a busy environment.
Excellent communication skills.
A passion for cooking and creating great food for customers.
If you are enthusiastic about food and possess the necessary skills to thrive in a busy kitchen environment and want a good work/life balance, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.
Salary and benefits:
Pay:£13.00 to £15.00 per hour (depending on responsibilities / skill level)
35-40 hours per week.
Monthly pay.
28 days' holiday per year.
Statutory pension scheme.
Staff discounts.
Free parking.
Full time, permanent job.
Immediate start for the right person.
How to apply:
Either apply via this site or call our retained recruitment partner, Paul Murphy at Recruit Cumbria, for more details.
It is working 5 days per week (daytimes only – no evenings!) and (except during December) you get Sundays, and one other day of the week, off.
The food you will be preparing / cooking ranges from breakfasts, soups, pies, quiches and main meals to afternoon teas. We pride ourselves on serving tasty, nutritious and well presented food.
You will also have input into the menu and specials, giving you the opportunity to bring your own ideas to life.
This is a great place to work and the people you will be working with are friendly and helpful!
Your new job:
Prepare and cook a variety of home cooked traditional meals.
Assist in the planning and development of new recipes and menu items.
Ensure that all food is prepared to a high standard.
Supervising kitchen staff.
Maintain cleanliness and organisation of the kitchen area.
Monitor stock levels and assist with ordering supplies as needed.
Help train and mentor new kitchen staff.
About you:
Experience as a Cook or Chef.
Familiar with food safety standards and health and safety.
Can work in a busy environment.
Excellent communication skills.
A passion for cooking and creating great food for customers.
If you are enthusiastic about food and possess the necessary skills to thrive in a busy kitchen environment and want a good work/life balance, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.
Salary and benefits:
Pay:£13.00 to £15.00 per hour (depending on responsibilities / skill level)
35-40 hours per week.
Monthly pay.
28 days' holiday per year.
Statutory pension scheme.
Staff discounts.
Free parking.
Full time, permanent job.
Immediate start for the right person.
How to apply:
Either apply via this site or call our retained recruitment partner, Paul Murphy at Recruit Cumbria, for more details.
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