Lead Cook

Lead Cook

Learn more about the general tasks related to this opportunity below, as well as required skills.
Barhaugh Hall, near Alston, Cumbria

Start date: ASAP

Why Robinwood?
Industry-leading Employer

• Living Wage Foundation accredited
• Investors in People Gold
• Employee-owned business

Love cooking and want your work to make a real difference?
At Robinwood, you wont just be preparing meals youll be helping create memorable residential experiences for children. From hearty breakfasts to satisfying evening meals, your food will fuel adventure, confidence, and fun.

We are looking for a passionate and organised Lead Cook to join our friendly team at Barhaugh Hall.

What you will be doing as a Lead Cook:

As part of a small, supportive catering team, you will play a key role in delivering high-quality meals and keeping the kitchen running smoothly.

You will:
Support the Catering Manager in all kitchen operations
Lead and motivate the kitchen team during shifts
Prepare a variety of nutritious meals for children and adults
Ensure all dietary requirements are met
Maintain high standards of food hygiene and cleanliness
Provide a positive and welcoming service to guests

What you will get:

£24,726 per year (£15.85 per hour, based on a 30 hour per week contract)
Consistent monthly pay through an annualised hours contract
Pay reflective of experience and skills

Plus:
Monday to Friday shifts no late nights or weekends
Free meals on shift
Profit-related tax-free bonus
12 weeks off per year (including August and Christmas)
Staff social events
Training and development opportunities
Beautiful countryside working environment

Your working pattern:

Full-time contract - 30 hours per week (average 38 hours worked)
Fixed 4-week rotating timetable
Shifts between 6am and 8pm (latest finish), Fridays earlier

Example week:
Monday: 9am 8pm
Tuesday: 7am 8pm
Wednesday: 6am 3pm
Thursday: 6am 3pm
Friday: 7am 2pm

Enjoy a strong work-life balance with predictable hours and no weekend work. xwzovoh

Training & Development

We support your growth with:
Food hygiene certification (Level 2 provided if needed)
Ongoing professional development
Opportunities to build leadership skills

What we are looking for

Experienced in a busy kitchen (with some leadership responsibility)
Passionate about cooking and teamwork
Knowledgeable about food hygiene and safety
Positive, proactive, and customer-focused

Ready to apply?

If youre looking for a rewarding role where you can cook great food, enjoy a balanced lifestyle, and make a real difference, wed love to hear from you.