TEMPORARY COOK

Join Our Team Supporting U.S. Military Dining Operations
LPR International is seeking experienced Temporary/Contingency Cooks to support Dining Facility operations at RAF Lakenheath and RAF Mildenhall. This six-month assignment is ideal for dependable cooks who enjoy a busy, team-oriented kitchen environment and can provide coverage for staffing shortages, planned absences and other operational requirements.

What You'll Do

• Prepare and cook meals using established Air Force recipes and production standards
• Support high-volume meal production and service
• Operate commercial kitchen equipment safely
• Prepare flight and ground meals as required
• Maintain food quality, presentation and portion standards
• Follow HACCP, food safety and sanitation requirements
• Assist with inventory and production planning
• Work as part of a professional dining facility team

What We're Looking For

• Minimum 3 years of traceable cooking experience
• Legal right to work in the UK
• Ability to meet RAF installation access/background requirements
• Good English communication skills
• Dependable, flexible and able to work in a fast-paced kitchen
• Able to stand/walk for extended periods and lift up to 25kg

Preferred: High-volume or institutional kitchen experience, NVQ/City & Guilds qualification, military food-service experience or HACCP knowledge.

Schedule

Morning Shift: 05:00-14:00 | Day Shift: 10:30-19:30

This is a 365-day operation, so weekend and holiday availability may be required. Hours may vary based on operational and staffing requirements.

Why Join LPR International?

Use your culinary experience in a unique environment supporting U.S. military personnel and their mission in the United Kingdom.