Compassionate Cook — Residential Care Home Kitchen

Pilgrims' Friend Society; Bath; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Career development

Holiday entitlement

Buddy system

Team events

Perkbox benefits

Flexible hours

Job summary

Pilgrims' Friend Society is hiring a Cook for Bridgemead care home in Bath. You will prepare home-cooked meals, ensure nutrition and safety, and work as part of a compassionate team in a Christian ethos environment.

The role provides induction and ongoing training, with opportunities to contribute to residents' wellbeing and happiness. A flexible bank contract supports absences, with staff development and friendly team backing.

Qualifications

• Experience preparing and cooking meals in a professional kitchen.
• Understanding of food hygiene and safety standards.
• Organised, reliable and able to work with or without supervision.
• Ability to work as part of a team and independently as needed.
• Food Hygiene certification is advantageous but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook and serve nutritious, balanced meals for residents.
• Maintain food hygiene and safety standards in line with regulations.
• Observe temperature controls during cooking, reheating, and serving.
• Keep kitchen records and manage stock to minimise waste and control costs.
• Keep kitchen and dining areas clean and safe; operate equipment safely.
• Attend training sessions and contribute to residents' quality of life.
• Work as part of a team and undertake other reasonable duties.

Skills

Cooking

Food hygiene

Organization

Teamwork

Independence

Education

Food Hygiene Certificate (advantageous)

Job description

Pilgrims' Friend Society is hiring a Cook for Bridgemead care home in Bath. You will prepare home-cooked meals, ensure nutrition and safety, and work as part of a compassionate team in a Christian ethos environment.

The role provides induction and ongoing training, with opportunities to contribute to residents' wellbeing and happiness. A flexible bank contract supports absences, with staff development and friendly team backing.