Cook

£13.50 per hour | Occasional hours |Agnes Court
Its about creating meals that make people feel cared for every plate is an opportunity to make someones day.
Thats how one of our Cooks describes their role. If youre passionate about food, take pride in your kitchen, and want to make a real difference, wed love to hear from you.
A home, not just a service
Agnes Court is home for 24 adults with physical disabilities who deserve a clean, safe and welcoming environment. From keeping communal spaces sparkling to making sure laundry comes back fresh and neatly pressed, youll be part of the heartbeat that makes our service feel like home.
Your working hours
This is for occasional hours, with flexibility to work across weekdays and weekends as part of a rota.
Typical shifts may include:
Morning shifts: 7am3pm
Afternoon shifts: 10am6pm
Well work with you to agree a pattern that suits the needs of the service and you.
Why youll love working here
As well as providing support for your wellbeing and development, we offer a fantastic range of benefits:
28 days holiday per annum inclusive of bank holidays (+1 every year up to 33 days)
Stream: Access up to 40% of your pay before payday
Free Blue Light Card: Exclusive discounts and benefits
Contributory Pension Scheme & competitive life cover
Health cash plan: Affordable healthcare at your fingertips
Career development: Opportunities for recognised catering qualifications
Free DBS check
Employee Assistance Programme support when you need it most
What youll do
Prepare, cook, and serve high-quality meals and beverages on time
Plan varied, seasonal menus that meet nutritional and dietary needs
Liaise with care teams and customers to create personalised menus
Maintain high standards of hygiene and cleanliness in line with HACCP and COSHH regulations
Manage food stocks, orders, and budgets effectively
Supervise and support catering staff, including training and rota planning
Provide catering for events, parties, and special occasion
Ensure compliance with health, safety, safeguarding, and regulatory requirements
What helps you shine here
Recognised catering qualification (or willingness to work towards this)
Level 3 Food Hygiene Certificate (or Level 4) and HACCP accreditation
Experience working in a kitchen environment
Ability to plan menus, manage budgets, and maintain records
Knowledge of health and safety, food hygiene, and infection control principle
Good communication and organisational skill
A genuine commitment to the values and ethos of Leonard Cheshire
About Leonard Cheshire
Established over 75 years ago, we exist to support disabled people to live, learn, and work as independently as possible.
Ready to apply?
Leonard Cheshire welcomes applications from all sections of the community. We actively encourage applications from people with a disability, supporting where possible, your requirements for reasonable adjustments.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and adults at risk. A satisfactory disclosure check (PVG membership in Scotland) is required for this post. References will be obtained for all roles.
Visa sponsorship is not available at this time. Applicants must have the unrestricted right to work in the UK at the time of application. We are unable to progress applications from candidates who require sponsorship or are awaiting a visa decision.

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