Caring Cook for Community Kitchen - Menu & Nutrition

Leonard Cheshire; Romsey; On-site; GBP 17,914,000 - 24,268,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

28 days holiday

Pay pre‑day access up to 40%

Blue Light Card discounts

Pension & life cover

Health cash plan

Career development in catering

Free DBS check

Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

Leonard Cheshire is seeking a part-time Cook at Fryers House in Romsey to plan menus, prepare meals, and work closely with care teams to meet individual dietary needs. The role emphasizes hygiene, HACCP compliance, and budget-aware stock management.

You will contribute to a welcoming kitchen that supports adults with learning disabilities, with 21 hours per week across three days and on-site duties in a caring home environment.

Qualifications

• Experience preparing meals in a care or catering setting.
• Ability to plan varied, seasonal menus.
• Knowledge of HACCP and COSHH regulations.
• Willingness to train and supervise staff.
• Commitment to safeguarding and wellbeing of residents.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook, and serve high-quality meals on time.
• Plan varied menus meeting dietary needs.
• Liaise with care teams to tailor menus.
• Maintain hygiene to HACCP and COSHH standards.
• Manage food stocks, orders, and budgets.
• Supervise catering staff, including training and rota planning.
• Provide catering for events and special occasions.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.

Skills

Food preparation

Menu planning

Safety & hygiene

Team supervision

Budget management

Education

Catering qualification (preferred)

Job description

Leonard Cheshire is seeking a part-time Cook at Fryers House in Romsey to plan menus, prepare meals, and work closely with care teams to meet individual dietary needs. The role emphasizes hygiene, HACCP compliance, and budget-aware stock management.

You will contribute to a welcoming kitchen that supports adults with learning disabilities, with 21 hours per week across three days and on-site duties in a caring home environment.