Cook

Hartford Care Ltd.; Aldergrove; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 21,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free meals on shift

Free on-site parking

Ongoing training & development

Supportive working environment

Job summary

Hartford Care Ltd. at Aldergrove Manor Care Home is seeking a Cook to prepare fresh, nutritious meals for residents during daytime shifts. The role emphasizes high hygiene standards, stock management, and engaging residents at mealtimes.

You will work part-time (27 hours) with no unsociable hours, enjoy free meals on shift and free on-site parking, with ongoing training and a supportive team that values creativity and passion for food.

Qualifications

• Previous Chef experience.
• Food Hygiene Certificate (Level 2+).
• Understanding dietary needs in care settings.
• Reliable, caring and team-focused attitude.
• Daytime shifts only; no unsociable hours.

Responsibilities

• Prepare fresh, nutritious, and appetising meals for residents
• Maintain high standards of hygiene and kitchen safety
• Manage stock and minimise waste
• Engage with residents to enhance their dining experience

Skills

Chef experience

Dietary needs understanding

Hygiene awareness

Education

Food Hygiene Certificate (Level 2+)

Job description

Cook – Care Home - Come and Join Us and Make a Real Difference Every Day

Location: Aldergrove Manor Care Home,

Hours: Part time / 27hours – daytime shifts only

Your Role:

• Prepare fresh, nutritious, and appetising meals for residents
• Maintain high standards of hygiene and kitchen safety
• Manage stock and minimise waste
• Engage with residents to enhance their dining experience

What we’re looking for:

• Previous Chef experience
• Food Hygiene Certificate (Level 2 or above)
• Understanding of dietary needs (care setting experience is a plus)
• Reliable, caring, and team-focused attitude
• No out-of-hours working – no late nights or unsociable hours
• Consistent daytime shifts for a great work-life balance
• Free meals on shift
• Free on-site parking
• Ongoing training & development opportunities
• Supportive, friendly working environment
• Enjoy abetter work-life balancein a role where you can still be creative and passionate about food — without the pressure, long nights, or unpredictable hours of the hospitality industry.