We are looking for a Senior Cook to join us at our UK Headquarters at Gilwell Park, Chingford

Location: Gilwell Park - Onsite live in accommodation is available (optional)

Salary: GBP32,715.70 per annum - Band D Level 3- inclusive of 15% Market Supplement and Outer London Weighting (Without Live in accommodation). GBP30,955.70 per annum - Band D Level 3- inclusive of 15% Market Supplement (With Live in accommodation)

Term: Permanent

Working Hours: 40 hours per week Mon- Fri (7am 3pm or 11am 7pm) (required to do some later nights and weekends)

We re Scouts and everyone s welcome here - all genders, races and backgrounds. Right across the UK, we help over 400,000 young people aged 4-25 gain skills for life and find their place in the world. We help them speak up, play their part and shine bright.

About the Senior Cook Role:

As Scouts Adventure Cook you will be responsible for preparing and cooking set cycle menu (breakfast, lunch and dinner) to cater to our diverse guests. The role will include all aspects of food preparation, food service, kitchen hygiene and other duties associated with the running of the kitchen and food service operations.

They will also assist Catering Operations Manager with the planning and the overseeing of the kitchen team for large scale event that are hosted at GiIlwell Park.

What we are looking for in our Senior Cook:

Someone who is passionate about producing great wholesome food for our visitors and team. You ll be excellent at planning, organising and working in team to ensure the best possible experience for everyone dining on centre.

You ll have a great understanding of what young people need to get them through a busy day in the outdoors and be able to build relationships with key local and national suppliers to ensure we achieve best value for money while maintaining a good quality menu.

Key responsibilities as our Senior Cook:

Managing the kitchen team and ensuring that they deliver safe high quality food in a clean environment. Train and lead the volunteer team to follow set catering standards Preparation and cooking of a varied range of nutritious food for guests and staff at mealtimes Serve the food to an exceptional standard and interact with the guests and volunteers in an appropriate, knowledgeable and helpful way at all times, in particular with regard to allergens and other dietary requirements Assist in the service and clearing of all food, beverages and utensils As our Senior Cook in return, we offer you:

Work in a way that suits you, your role and your department Be proud to say you re part of a team with Investors in People (Gold) Plenty of opportunity for learning and development 28 days holiday a year, plus bank holidays rising to 32 days after two years Four extra days to look after your family when they need you Three extra days over Christmas (that s our gift to you) We are proud to be a family-friendly employer and offer

Maternity/Paternity Leave Flexible working hours Store Discount at our Scout Store + other online benefits Study and volunteer leave Don t miss out on the opportunity to join our fantastic team! Click Apply now!

Closing date for applications: 23:59pm Wednesday 10 th January 2024

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

Telephone interviews are expected to be held week commencing 15 January 2024.

In Person interviews at Gilwell Park are expected to be held week commencing 18 January 2024.

The Scouts is an equal opportunity employer, and we are committed to diversity and actively seeking applicants from a wide range of backgrounds.

Strictly no agencies.