Cook

Housing Plus Group; Church Stretton; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 26,000; Part time

Job summary

A community healthcare provider in Church Stretton is seeking a Cook to join their team at a nursing home. The ideal candidate will oversee kitchen operations, ensure food hygiene standards, and manage a team while preparing nutritious meals for residents. This part-time role offers 18 hours of work per week with additional benefits including annual leave, occupational sick pay, and training opportunities.

Benefits

5.6 weeks annual leave

Occupational Sick Pay

Pension scheme

Employee Healthcare Portal

Cycle to work scheme

Qualifications

• Holds Food Safety Level Two (or higher) or equivalent.
• Significant experience within a working kitchen.
• Ability to manage a team.

Responsibilities

• Oversee ordering, purchasing, and invoicing of supplies.
• Ensure all food is stored, prepared, and cooked to hygiene standards.
• Plan menus meeting dietary needs of residents.

Skills

Food Safety Level Two or higher

Kitchen management experience

Team management

Food preparation skills

Organisational skills

Verbal and written communication skills

Knowledge of COSHH

Job description

Are you looking for a rewarding role where you can support others every day? We're looking for a Cook to join us at our Nursing Home in Church Stretton, Shropshire.

The Sandford Nursing Home is a happy, welcoming environment set amongst the Shropshire hills with luxurious accommodation and expert, nursing-led care.

Responsibilities

In this role, you'll oversee the ordering, purchasing and invoicing of supplies within budget, ensure all food is stored, prepared and cooked to the highest standards of hygiene, and plan menus that meet the dietary needs of our residents.

You'll also manage cleaning schedules, maintain kitchen equipment, and play an active role in meal preparation. With a strong focus on health and safety, you'll lead by example, ensuring staff follow best practice while creating nutritious, well-balanced meals that support residents wellbeing.

Hours of work for this role are 18 hours per week; working every other weekend Saturday and Sunday (6:30am - 4pm)

Skills and experience required

• Holds Food Safety Level Two (or higher) or equivalent
• Significant experience within a working kitchen and kitchen management
• Experience of managing a team
• Excellent food preparation skills
• Ability to present and organise arrangements for kitchen planning
• Good verbal communication skills with good written skills
• Working knowledge of Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH)
• Due to the nature of this post, the role is subject to an Enhanced with Adult Barred DBS disclosure.

What we can offer you

As well as a comprehensive induction programme and excellent learning opportunities; with mandatory and specialist training available, we can offer 5.6 weeks annual leave (pro-rata to hours worked) and Occupational Sick Pay. We also offer the option to join our contributory pension scheme, access to a dedicated Employee Healthcare Portal, eye care vouchers and a cycle to work scheme plus more. Please see our HPG Benefits page for more information.

How to apply

Please apply online with your CV and cover letter. If you need any support in making your application, please email [e-mail]

Closing date

Sunday 23rd November 2025 - Interviews may take place throughout the advert