Assistant Cook

ASSISTANT COOK

Job Ref: 2409CS

Addlestone Social Centres – New Haw and Addlestone

Salary Range £14,266 - £15,519 pro rata, depending on experience for 25 hours per week, Monday to Friday

About the role

We are currently seeking a confident, enthusiastic and motivated Assistant Cook to be a part of our small friendly kitchen teams based at our Social Centres for Older People in both New Haw and Addlestone.

The Centres provide activities; services & support for older & vulnerable residents of Runnymede, which includes the provision of a high quality, two course home cooked meal.

You, along with the Head Cook will budget and plan menus, prepare daily meals and maintain adequate stock levels.  You will also stock a tea bar with freshly prepared cakes and sandwiches.

You will be expected to deputise for the Head Cook for periods of absence, so experience of supervising staff would be desirable.  We are looking for someone who is committed to providing a high-quality service and who enjoys working with people. 

About You

Experience of working in this environment is preferred, as we appreciate the challenges of a commercial kitchen can be hard work and hot, so candidates must be physically able to work in this setting.

A flexible approach & a friendly personality are also key attributes

If you feel that you have the skills required for this rewarding post, we would like to hear from you.

A full UK driving licence, along with access to a vehicle would be desirable as you will be expected to commute within the two sites.

For an informal chat please contact Nikki Anderson (Centre Manager) 01932 355707.

Closing date: 19th March 2025

Interviews will be held on: 26th March 2025

Full information at www.surreyjobs.info where you can apply on-line or download the pack.  If this is difficult for you please contact us at Personnel, Runnymede Borough Council, Civic Centre, Station Road, Addlestone, Surrey. KT15 2AH. Email personnel@runnymede.gov.uk. Telephone 01932 425519 (24 hour service).

CVs will not be considered.

We welcome applications from all sections of the community.

If you do not hear from us within two weeks from the closing date you have not been successful on this occasion. Thank you for considering Runnymede Borough Council.

Runnymede Borough Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and adults with care support needs and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. You may be requested to present your identification at the interview stage and there will be several checks conducted during the onboarding process inclusive of an enhanced DBS check for specified roles