Cook

Trinity Hospice & Palliative Care Services Ltd; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A local charity in the Fylde coast region is seeking a dedicated Cook to join their Catering team. The role involves preparing and presenting meals while ensuring high hygiene standards. Ideal candidates will have catering experience, an understanding of dietary needs, and strong communication skills. This part-time position offers competitive pay and numerous benefits including generous annual leave and pension scheme. The closing date for applications is January 30, 2026.

Benefits

38 days annual leave (pro rata)

Free on-site parking

Discounted staff meals

NHS pensions transferable

Maternity / Paternity benefits

Qualifications

• Experience in a catering environment, ideally in clinical or care settings.
• Understanding of special dietary requirements.
• Great communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and present meals for patients, families, staff, and visitors.
• Ensure high standards of hygiene and quality in food delivery areas.

Skills

Catering experience

Understanding of dietary requirements

Communication skills

Empathy

Job description

Are you passionate about food and making a difference?

Cook 21 hours per week (7 day rota which will include some weekends)

£13.34 per hour

Trinity Hospice is looking for a dedicated Cook to join our vibrant Catering team, helping to deliver delicious, nutritious meals to patients, families, staff, and visitors in a warm and welcoming hospice environment.

As a vital part of our service, you’ll be preparing and presenting meals with care, ensuring high standards of hygiene and quality across our kitchen and food delivery areas.

Why Join Trinity Hospice?

Trinity Hospice is a thriving independent charity providing specialist palliative care for adults and children across the Fylde coast. We’re proud to be rated Outstanding by the Care Quality Commission and hold Investors in People Gold accreditation – a testament to our commitment to excellence and staff wellbeing.

What We’re Looking For

• Experience in a catering environment – ideally in a clinical or care setting
• Understanding of special dietary requirements
• A team player with great communication and interpersonal skills
• Empathetic, flexible, and aligned with our values

Benefits

• 38 days annual leave (pro rata, including Bank Holidays)
• Free on-site parking
• Discounted staff meals
• Pension scheme (NHS pensions transferable)
• Maternity / Paternity benefits

Ready to Make a Difference?

You’ll be joining a supportive and well-established team in a role that truly matters. If you’re looking for a rewarding opportunity in a caring and professional environment, we’d love to hear from you.

Closing Date – 30th January 2026

If sounds like you, please hit apply now!

Reference: MTC657

Vacancy: Cook

Location: Blackpool

Salary: £13.34 per hour

Hours: 21 hours per week (7 day rota which will include some weekends)

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