Staff Canteen Cook

Chef & Cook

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Staff Canteen Cook – Daytime Hours, Creative Freedom
Location: London Zoo
Job Type: Full-Time
Shifts: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM, 5 days a week (includes 2 random days off)
Start Date: ASAP
We’re looking for a talented and self-motivated Staff Canteen Cook to join our team. This is a rare opportunity to use your creativity, design your own menus, and enjoy a fantastic work-life balance with daytime shifts only.
About the Role:
As our Staff Canteen Cook, you’ll be responsible for preparing fresh, tasty, and comforting meals for our team. You’ll have the freedom to plan your own menus, bring in new ideas, and create a warm, welcoming food offering that makes people look forward to lunch.
Key Responsibilities:







  • Plan and cook daily meals for staff using fresh, seasonal ingredients
  • Write weekly menus with variety and creativity
  • Maintain high food hygiene and safety standards
  • Manage stock, prep, and cleanliness in the kitchen
  • Work independently, efficiently, and with care


What We’re Looking For:
  • Proven experience in a kitchen environment (canteen, café, or restaurant)
  • Confidence in menu planning and cooking.
  • A passion for good food and a calm, positive attitude
  • Good time management and organisational skills
  • A team player who enjoys cooking for others

    What You Get:





✅ Daytime hours only – work 8 AM to 4 PM, no evenings or split shifts
✅ 2 days off per week (on a rotating basis)
✅ Free coffee & tea on shift
✅ 50% staff discount across our group’s restaurants
✅ Creative control over the menu—you make it your own
✅ A supportive, friendly working environment
This role is ideal for a chef or cook looking to step away from late nights and high-pressure services, while still doing what they love - cooking great food with independence and pride.
  • Experience
    Required
  • Languages
    English – Advanced
  • Employment
    Full-time
  • Schedule
    8:00 - 16:00
  • Salary
    £12.5 – £13.5 hourly

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