Cook

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**Important notice** In line with our redeployment policy, well prioritise applications from employees who are under formal notice of redundancy. Do you have a passion for food? The National Trust is renowned for its food and hospitality. We run 185 cafes all over England, Wales and Northern Ireland, and we'd love you to be a part of it.

Were looking for a Cook to join us. Because we are in a rural area, please think about how youd be able to get here for work, before applying for the job.We are looking for someone who has an interest in cooking and baking as we produce our own cakes and bakes. Benefits: We want to help you look after the things that matter to you, such as saving for your future, getting a discount on your weekly shop, or encouraging you to find a work-life balance. Please read our package, below, to see what benefits we offer you. Hours/ working pattern: 1350 hours per year. This role is based on annualised hours, where the amount of hours you work each month may vary, however your salary will be paid in 12 equal instalments over the year. We are looking for someone to work 3 - 4 days a week, but there may be times when you will need to work 5 days a week during our busier periods and then work less days during our quieter periods. You will be required to work a weekend day, and there will be times when you will need to work both weekend days to cover holidays and sickness. Salary: £17,212.50 pro rata (FTE £24,862.50 per annum) Duration: Permanent Potential start date: Beginning of February 2026 (to be discussed and agreed) For this role, youll need to complete our online assessment instead of using a C.V. or online application form. This will help us understand more about your strengths and give you more information on the role. What it's like to work here

To find out more about what its like to work in a food and beverage team for the National Trust,

What you'll be doing

As a Cook, your focus will be in the kitchen and bakery kitchen, helping to prepare and present delicious food from scratch using fresh, seasonal ingredients. You will be required to be comfortable with lone working as well as working within a team. Your food will be served directly to visitors. Using the framework of our National Trust Cookbook, youll prepare, measure and mix ingredients. Youll help with deliveries and with keeping the kitchen clean, to be compliant with health and safety legislation and to make sure that service runs smoothly. Well give you an induction that fits the job, and training in allergens and food safety, plus any mentoring needed to help you in your role. You can sign up for further professional training and development if you wish. Who we're looking for

Wed love to hear from you if youre:

someone who loves good food and has a friendly and positive attitude.

confident about following recipes and batch-cooking, and willing to learn.

aware of health and safety compliance.

The package

The National Trust has the motto For everyone, for ever at its heart. Were working hard to create an inclusive culture, where everyone feels they belong. Its important that our people reflect and represent the diversity of the communities and audiences we serve. We welcome and value difference, so when we say were for everyone, we want everyone to be welcome in our teams too. Substantial pension scheme of up to 10% basic salary Free entry to National Trust places for you, a guest and your children (under 18) Rental deposit loan scheme Season ticket loan EV car lease scheme (for roles that meet the salary criteria) Perks at work discounts such as gym memberships, shopping discount codes, cinema discounts Holiday allowance up to 32 days relating to length of service, plus holiday purchase scheme, subject to meeting minimum criteria. Flexible working whenever possible Employee assistance programme Free parking at most Trust places

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