Job Description

Experienced Cook – Daytime Hours

Bob and Berts Cookstown - | Full-time or part-time | Daytime shifts, including weekends and early mornings

Essential eligibility: You must be aged 18 or over

Great food. Daytime hours. Evenings back. If you’re an experienced cook who wants a better routine without losing the buzz of a busy kitchen, this could be the role for you. Join our friendly café team, cook fresh breakfast and lunch dishes, and have a genuine say in seasonal menus.

The role

You’ll be part of a supportive team serving fresh, consistent food that customers look forward to. This is a practical, hands-on role where you can use quality local ingredients, contribute ideas, and help keep the kitchen organised and running smoothly. We value pride in your work, reliability and a calm approach more than fine-dining formality.

What you’ll do

• Prepare and cook fresh breakfast and lunch dishes to a consistently high standard.
• Help shape seasonal menus using fresh, local ingredients.
• Keep service organised, efficient and calm during busy periods.
• Monitor stock, support ordering and reduce food waste.
• Maintain excellent food safety, hygiene and allergen standards.
• Work closely with the front-of-house team to deliver a smooth, friendly customer experience.

What we’re looking for

• Experience as a chef or cook in a café, bistro or other fast-paced kitchen.
• Confidence preparing quality food quickly, cleanly and consistently.
• Good organisation, communication and teamwork.
• An understanding of food hygiene and allergens; a Food Hygiene Certificate is preferred.
• The right to work in the UK.

What’s in it for you

• Day shifts so you can enjoy your evenings.
• A friendly, creative workplace where your ideas are welcome.
• A 50% staff card to use on shift and with friends and family.
• Unlimited free hot drinks while you work.
• Free cake on your birthday.
• Enhanced family-friendly policies.
• Length-of-service recognition.
• Opportunities to develop your career and learn new skills.

Interested? Let’s have a chat. Send us your CV today if you have kitchen experience. We’d be delighted to meet you for an informal conversation about the role.