Bank Cook

Agincare Weymouth; Lydney; On-site; GBP 19,286 - 22,041; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Evenings off

Refer-a-friend bonus up to £1,000

Funded training up to QCF Level 5

Blue Light discounts & pension

On-demand pay

Job summary

Agincare Rodley House in Gloucestershire is seeking a Cook to prepare nutritious meals tailored to residents' needs, meeting dietary requirements and delivering comforting, enjoyable dining experiences.

This is a bank, zero-hour role with flexible shifts. You’ll plan daily menus, support kitchen operations, maintain high standards of hygiene, and contribute to residents' wellbeing. Right to work in the UK for at least 12 months is required.

Qualifications

• Experience in a professional kitchen, preferably in a care home setting.
• Knowledge of IDDSI or complex dietary needs (desirable).
• Flexible to work as and when required (bank/zero hour contract).
• Minimum 12 months right to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Prepare nutritious meals tailored to individual needs.
• Create enjoyable dining experiences and themed events.
• Plan daily menus and support kitchen operations.
• Maintain high standards of food quality, hygiene, and presentation.
• Make a positive difference through food and care.

Skills

Experience in a professional kitchen

Care home experience (desirable)

IDDSI knowledge (desirable)

Job description

Love cooking and making people smile? Join Rodley House as a Cook and use your creativity to prepare delicious, comforting meals that brighten our residents’ days. From meeting dietary needs to creating themed food days, your cooking will make a real difference.

What’s on the menu for you

• £14.60 per hour

Benefits

• Enjoy your evenings free and every other weekend off
• Refer-a-friend bonus up to £1,000
• Funded training and career development (up to QCF Level 5)
• Blue Light discounts & company pension
• On-demand pay

What we’re looking for

• Minimum 12 months right to work in the UK
• Experience in a professional kitchen, preferably in a care home setting
• Knowledge of IDDSI or complex dietary needs (desirable)
• This is a bank role, meaning you must be flexible to work as and when required
• Please note this is a zero hour contract

About the role:

• Prepare nutritious meals tailored to individual needs
• Create enjoyable dining experiences and themed events
• Plan daily menus and support kitchen operations
• Maintain high standards of food quality, hygiene, and presentation
• Make a positive difference through food and care

Where you’ll be working

Care Home in Gloucestershire | Care Home Gloucestershire Rodley House | Agincare

CQC rating: Good

About us

For 40 years, Agincare has been proudly supporting communities across the UK. Today, with more than 5,500 team members nationwide, we are one of the country’s leading family-owned care providers, delivering high-quality care and support services across more than 170 locations.

We are proud supporters of the Care Leaver Covenant and Armed Forces community, offering guaranteed interviews for eligible applicants. All our adult services are regulated by the CQC, and our children's services are regulated by Ofsted.

We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences.

Please note that we are currently unable to offer visa sponsorship.