Cook or Catering Assistant Birmingham Airport

Cook/Catering Assistant – Birmingham Airport

30 hours per week (Mon‑Sun, shift work)

Permanent Position

Pay Rate: £13.49 per hourAll stations have a night allowance of £0.85 per hour from 23:59 to 06:00.

5‑year UK references required.

Job Summary

As a Cook you will report to the Team Leader and be a key member of the back‑of‑house team focusing on food preparation, replenishment and presentation along with all other aspects of back‑of‑house hygiene to ensure guest expectations are met and exceeded.

Responsibilities

• Manage the kitchen area within the lounge, maintaining a safe and hygienic environment.
• Prepare hot and cold food offerings to be presented on a self‑service station within the lounge.
• Ensure the quality and presentation of food are prepared according to all SOPs to guarantee a consistently excellent standard of service.
• Ensure all food is stored, handled and packaged correctly.
• Follow the Food Safety Management System at all times.
• Maintain records of temperatures of hot food and cold storage according to the SOP.
• Assist the Back‑of‑House team with duties as required.
• Respond to reasonable requests by the local leadership team.

Qualifications and Competences

• Background in a high-volume regeneration kitchen.
• Have a passion for the food service industry.
• Ability to work as part of a team or be self‑motivated to complete tasks.
• Ability to follow processes and procedures and to apply flexibility when required.
• Flexible to work shifts.

Benefits

• Free parking whilst at work.
• Industry‑recognised food safety training and qualifications to FSA Level 2.
• Industry‑recognised CPD opportunities via the Aspire Hospitality Academy.
• Comprehensive Employee Recognition scheme.
• Free meals and soft drinks during shifts.
• Uniform provided.
• Swissport pension scheme with ability to self‑contribute.
• 24‑hour employee assistance programme.
• Discounted retail – varies by airport outlet.
• Discounted access to the Aspire lounge network for family and friends.
• Potential for placements to other lounges within the network.

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