Cook Salary £25,583 - £26,403 per annum (pro rata) Type of vacancy Permanent Work pattern Part Time Hours per week 24.5 Work Base Helmsley Road Short Breaks, Rainworth, NG21 0DQ Working Arrangements Site Based Job Description / Person Specification Competency Framework Number of posts 1 Interview date 28 May 2026 Closing Date 19 May 2026 23:55 Join Nottinghamshire County Council, a dedicated team committed to making a positive impact in our community. We believe in creating a supportive environment where everyone can thrive. Our mission is to provide exceptional care and support to individuals, ensuring they feel valued and respected. Are you a culinary enthusiast with a passion for creating delicious and nutritious meals? We are looking for a Cook to join our Adult Social Care team. This role involves working 24.5 hours a week over a two-week rota, covering seven days a week throughout the year. You will be responsible for preparing meals for 12 individuals with diverse dietary needs and cultural backgrounds. If you have experience in a commercial kitchen and a flair for menu planning, this is the opportunity for you! As a Cook, your key responsibilities will include: Meal Preparation: Create tailored meals using fresh produce, catering to various dietary requirements. Menu Management: Plan and order ingredients, ensuring a diverse and appealing menu. Food Safety Compliance: Follow food safety regulations and maintain accurate records in line with the Safer Food Better Business policy. Team Collaboration: Work closely with care staff to ensure meals meet the needs of our residents. To succeed in this role, you will need: Experience: Proven experience cooking in a commercial kitchen. Food Hygiene Certification: Level 2 food hygiene is essential; Level 3 is desirable or a commitment to achieve it. Culinary Creativity: Ability to plan and prepare meals that are both nutritious and appealing. We are looking for candidates who demonstrate: Communication Skills: Ability to communicate effectively with team members and residents. Team Spirit: A collaborative attitude, working well with others to achieve common goals. Adaptability: Flexibility to adjust menus and meal preparations based on individual needs and preferences. At Nottinghamshire County Council, we offer: A Place to Belong: A friendly, inclusive workplace where everyone is valued. Professional Development: Opportunities for training and career advancement. Work-Life Balance: Flexible working arrangements to support your lifestyle. Generous Leave: Enjoy a healthy work-life balance with generous leave entitlements. Apply Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to make a difference in the lives of others through your culinary skills! If you are ready to join a supportive team and contribute to our community, apply now to become a Cook in Adult Social Care at Nottinghamshire County Council! For an informal discussion about this opportunity please contact Nicola lindsay on 01623476939 or by email nicola.lindsay@nottscc.gov.uk. Appointment to this post is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service check. Nottinghamshire County Council strives to ensure that it goes beyond the requirements of the Equalities Act and prides itself on being accredited as a Disability Confident Leader Organisation. Under the (formerly known as the Guaranteed Interview Scheme) we would like to ensure applicants with disabilities are offered an interview if they meet the minimum criteria for a job. Please let us know if this is something you would like to be considered for. A job share scheme is available for all full-time posts: both permanent and temporary, unless otherwise stated. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and we expect all staff to share this commitment and undergo appropriate checks. Nottinghamshire County Council strongly encourages applications from all candidates from different walks of life, irrespective of gender, marital status, disability, race, religion, belief, pregnancy and maternity status, age or sexual orientation.