Compassionate Kitchen Cook for Care Home (21hrs/wk)

Leonard Cheshire; Romsey; Remote; GBP 15,000 - 19,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

28 days holiday per annum inclusive of

Bank holidays (+1 every year up to 33)

40% pay access before payday

Blue Light Card discounts

Contributory Pension & life cover

Health cash plan

Career development: catering quals

Free DBS check

Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

Leonard Cheshire is seeking a part-time Cook for Fryers House in Romsey to plan, prepare and serve meals that meet individual dietary needs. You will work with care teams to tailor menus and maintain HACCP-compliant hygiene, while managing stock and budgets.

The role offers 21 hours per week across three days and opportunities for catering qualifications. Join a compassionate team in a supportive home setting that values wellbeing, development, and trusted food service for adults with learning

Qualifications

• 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 principles.
• Good communication and organisational skills.
• Commitment to Leonard Cheshire values.

Responsibilities

• 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 occasions.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, safeguarding, and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Catering qualifications

Menu planning

Budget management

Food Hygiene Level 3/4

HACCP

Kitchen experience

Health and safety knowledge

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Leonard Cheshire values

Education

Recognised catering qualification

Level 3 Food Hygiene Certificate (or Level 4)

Job description

Leonard Cheshire is seeking a part-time Cook for Fryers House in Romsey to plan, prepare and serve meals that meet individual dietary needs. You will work with care teams to tailor menus and maintain HACCP-compliant hygiene, while managing stock and budgets.

The role offers 21 hours per week across three days and opportunities for catering qualifications. Join a compassionate team in a supportive home setting that values wellbeing, development, and trusted food service for adults with learning