Mobile Cook

Caterlink is the education sector catering specialist. For over 20 years, the Company has delivered fresh food solutions to pupils and staff at Primary Schools, Secondary Schools and Colleges across the UK. The company caters more than 1,000,000 meals a week. Our “Fresh Food Policy” is the foundation of our success and growth in the market coupled with a desire to truly deliver on the promises we make to our clients and support our site-based teams.

We are seeking a skilled and adaptable Mobile Cook to join our dynamic team in Coventry/Rugby. As a Mobile Cook, you will play a crucial role in providing high-quality food preparation and cooking services across various locations, ensuring customer satisfaction and maintaining our reputation for excellence.

The role:

• £17.00 per hour
• 35 hours per week working Monday – Friday
• Term-time only
• Prepare, cook, and present food to meet company standards and client expectations
• Travel to different locations as needed, using your own vehicle
• Adhere to and implement Health and Safety and Food Safety regulations in various kitchen environments
• Maintain a clean and organized workspace in each location
• Collaborate with on-site teams to ensure smooth kitchen operations
• Assist in managing inventories and monitoring budgets at assigned locations
• Implement action plans to improve efficiency and food quality
• Supervise and support kitchen staff as needed
• Adapt menus and cooking techniques to meet specific dietary requirements and preferences
• Ensure excellent food presentation and customer service

• Proven experience as a cook or chef, with the ability to work in various kitchen settings
• Valid driver's license and reliable personal vehicle
• Food handling certification
• Strong knowledge of Health and Safety and Food Safety regulations
• Excellent culinary skills and ability to prepare diverse menus
• Adaptability to different kitchen environments and equipment
• Strong time management and organizational skills
• Team player with the ability to work collaboratively in diverse settings
• Customer-focused approach with excellent communication skills
• Experience in inventory management and budget monitoring
• Ability to supervise and guide kitchen staff effectively
• Flexibility to work in different locations as required
• Physical stamina to stand for extended periods and lift heavy items
• Detail-oriented with a commitment to maintaining high standards of food quality and safety

There are many advantages to working for us including:

• With Caterlink you have the opportunity to a blended learning programme that can include formal qualifications including Apprenticeships, classroom training, eLearning and on the job training to support and encourage your development and enable you to be the best you can be. Everyone who joins us is provided with an induction where they learn more about us and enable them to be the best they can be. We invest in development opportunities and are always looking to recruit, train and retain the best people for our own future talent and your own future development.
• Working for Caterlink ensure you are able to enjoy a great work/life balance – this is the beauty of working term-time only and no weekends!
• We offer you access to our Employee Discount Platform where you can make great savings at supermarkets, cinema, restaurants as well as holiday discounts, family days out and many more!
• Our Employee Assistance Program and Virtual GP benefits are there for you and your family to use free of charge at any time
• You may be eligible to join our Pension scheme