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Cook

Job Summary
Contract Type:
Permanent
Working Pattern:
Part time
Advert Start Date:
12/08/2026
Advert End Date:
Closed for applications on 26/08/2026 21:00
Salary:
£14 - £18 phr
Job Category:
Catering / Cleaning
Vacancy ID:
300721
Employment Location:
South Shields, Tyne and Wear
Closing date:
26 Aug
Further Information

Job Description - Café Cook

Ocean Road Centre is based in the heart of South Shields town centre which brings people from the community together for activities, social and learning. Within the centre is a café which offers home cooked meals, scones and sandwiches but has the potential to offer more to a wider audience.

The Centre is looking for an experienced cook to take the café to the next level and support events within the centre.


Job Title: Cook

Location: Ocean Road Centre – South Shields – NE332DW

Reports To: Trustees

Hours:
 
  • 25 hours per week with flexibility of more.
  • Weekday including weekday and weekend working.

Salary:

Salary to be negotiated. £14.00 phr to £18.00 phr depending on experience.


Job Purpose

The Café Cook is responsible for preparing and serving high-quality food in a clean, safe, and efficient kitchen environment. The role involves managing a friendly team to ensure customers receive fresh, delicious meals while maintaining excellent food hygiene and safety standards.


Key Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook, and present menu items to a consistently high standard.

• Assist in planning daily specials and seasonal menu items.

• Ensure all food is prepared in accordance with recipes, portion sizes, and presentation standards.

• Monitor food quality, freshness, stock rotation.

• Maintain cleanliness and organisation of the kitchen, equipment, and storage areas.

• Comply with all food hygiene, health and safety, and allergen regulations.

• Monitor stock levels and manage ordering of supplies.

• Receive and store deliveries correctly, ensuring food is stored safely.

• Minimise food waste and use ingredients efficiently.

• Monitoring profitability and margins.

• Monitoring financial performance.

• Work collaboratively with front-of-house staff to ensure excellent customer service.

• Assist with opening and closing kitchen procedures and financial security.

• Report any equipment faults or maintenance issues promptly.


General Responsibilities

• Promote a welcoming and friendly atmosphere for customers.
• Represent the café professionally at all times.
• Undertake any other reasonable duties appropriate to the role as requested by the Café Manager.
• Participate in training and development opportunities.


Please see Supporting Documents to view/download a full outline of the responsibilities and requirements of the role.


Equal Opportunities

The café is committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone is treated with dignity and respect. Applications are welcomed from people of all backgrounds and experiences.


For more information contact the Chair of Trustees:

Audrey by email: audreyoceanroad@gmail.com
 
Please note
This job is closed for applications.
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