Line Cook
£14.4 - £16.1 per hourEstimated
Full-time
Line Cook
Location: Lesmahagow Shift: Full-time, rota based on 5 days out of 7
Do you have experience working in a fast‑paced catering environment?
If "YES," we want to hear from you!
- We're looking for a passionate and skilled Line Cook to join our friendly team at Route 74 Truckstop. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who thrives in a busy kitchen, takes pride in producing hearty, well‑presented food, and wants to be part of a supportive and energetic team. As a Catering Chef, you'll play a key role in delivering high‑quality meals to our customers, supporting the wider kitchen operations, and helping maintain our strong reputation for great food and great service.
About the Role
As a Line Cook, you will:
Food Preparation & Cooking
- Prepare and cook a wide range of hot and cold dishes to consistently high standards.
- Support menu planning, daily specials, and food presentation.
- Work confidently across all sections including the griddle, hot plate, and meal service areas.
Daily Kitchen Tasks
- Complete daily prep including vegetables, soups, sauces, and batch cooking.
- Ensure all food is prepared in line with portion control, allergen guidelines, and company standards.
Kitchen Operations
- Work as part of a fast-paced kitchen serving around 300 covers per day.
- Communicate effectively with the front-of-house and kitchen teams to maintain smooth service flow.
Cleaning & Hygiene
- Ensure all equipment, surfaces, and utensils are cleaned to high standards at the end of each shift.
- Maintain compliance with food safety, HACCP, and hygiene regulations at all times.
Teamwork & Support
- Contribute positively to the team culture.
- Support colleagues, share knowledge, and help maintain a friendly, efficient working environment.
Essential Skills and Qualifications
- Minimum 1 year experience working in a busy commercial kitchen environment.
- Strong cooking skills with experience in high-volume catering.
- A good understanding of food safety, allergen management, and kitchen best practice.
- Basic Food Hygiene Certificate (training can be provided if required).
- Able to remain calm under pressure and work efficiently to deadlines.
- A positive, team-oriented attitude with strong communication skills.
- Hardworking, reliable, and self-motivated, with a passion for delivering great food.
Why Join Route 74 Truckstop?
- Competitive hourly rate: 14.50 per hour
- Shift Hours: 37.5 hours p/w. Rota issued 2 weeks in advance. Sun-Thu: 12:00hrs-21:15hrs , Fri: 12:00hrs-20:30hrs , Sat: 11:30hrs-19:30hrs
- Overtime: Available.
- Training : Monthly Courses for a variety of areas.
- Benefits : Additional holiday purchasing scheme*, Retail discounts with Circular Benefits*, Retail Trust Wellbeing Support*, and more.
- Career Growth : Explore opportunities for professional development within our expanding business.
- Company Benefits : Excellent holiday allowance. Life assurance, pension, and sickness scheme*.
- Extras : Christmas Savings Club*, Black Circle Tyre Discount*, Cycle to Work Scheme*, Free Uniform and paid Volunteer Day.
- Wellbeing Support: Benefit from the Retail Trust Wellbeing Support* program.
- Team Environment: Be part of a strong culture of teamwork and collaboration.
How to Apply
If you have the drive to succeed and want to be part of a flourishing and ambitious company, apply now!
Please submit your application as soon as possible. Due to high volumes of applications, we may close the advert early once sufficient applications have been received.
Eligibility
Applicants must be eligible to work in the UK with no restrictions. Proof of Right to Work will be required at interview.
Contact Us
For any queries, please contact our Recruitment Team at . Our team is available Monday to Friday, 08:30hrs-17:00hrs
Note to Recruitment Agencies
We prefer to recruit directly but have a Preferred Supplier List for when assistance is required. We will be in touch if we need you.
*Subject to terms and conditions.
Vacancy posted 8 days ago
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