Salary: £26,570 per annum (pro-rata of £31,884 per annum, Band D, Level 3, Inclusive of Market Supplement) Location: Scout Adventures - Youlbury, Oxford Term: Fixed-term - 10 months Hours: 40 hours per week Are you passionate about cooking and creating memorable dining experiences? This is your chance to be part of something special Join the Youlbury team as a Senior Cook, where you’ll play a vital role in delivering delicious, nourishing meals to thousands of young people on residential adventures. This exciting new position offers the opportunity to help shape our catering experience as we launch our brand-new kitchen and dining facility. As part of a diverse and international team of over 25 staff and volunteers, you’ll create menus that cater to a wide variety of guests—from school groups to Scouts, and from intimate gatherings to large-scale events. What You’ll Be Doing: Menu planning, organising, and ordering to suit all dietary needs. Preparing high-quality meals that enhance the adventure experience. Leading and mentoring a team of volunteers, ensuring food safety and health & safety standards are met. Using your creativity to design versatile menus and provide delicious, nourishing meals. Playing a key role in establishing a fresh culinary identity for Youlbury. Why Join Us? Be part of a brand-new catering facility and help shape its future. Work in a unique, adventure-filled environment that makes a lasting impact on young people. Join a supportive and enthusiastic team dedicated to providing unforgettable experiences. Enjoy a competitive salary and the opportunity to develop your skills in a dynamic setting. If you’re ready to bring your passion for food and leadership skills to an exciting new challenge, apply now and be part of the adventure Benefits: In return we offer a variety of great benefits. For a full list of our benefits click here. Closing date for applications: 23:59pm Thursday 27 February 2025 Interviews will be held on Friday 7 March 2025 at Scout Adventures - Youlbury If you're looking for a rewarding role in a supportive and dynamic environment, we’d love to hear from you Strictly no agencies. Scouts is an equal opportunity employer. We're committed to diversity and actively seeking applicants from a wide range of backgrounds, in particular, Black, Asian and ethnic minority communities.