Cook

Somerset Care; Langport; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading care provider in the UK is looking for a Cook/Chef to prepare varied, nutritious menus and maintain high kitchen standards. The ideal candidate should have relevant experience in a care setting or a Level 2 QCF qualification in catering. This role offers access to earned wages before payday, training development and numerous other benefits to support employees.

Benefits

Access to earned wages before payday

Discounts at thousands of retailers

Exceptional training & development

Free counselling service

Fully paid induction and DBS

Qualifications

• Experience working as a Cook/Chef within a Care Setting is essential.
• Must have a Level 2 QCF qualification in catering or demonstrable experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide a high standard or varied menus reflecting individual dietary requirements.
• Manage and order food stock.
• Maintain a clean and safe kitchen.

Skills

Experience in catering

Level 2 QCF qualification in catering

Job description

Job Role:

Cook/Chef

Hours:

19.5 hours per week

Pay Rate:

£13.50 per hour (£14.55 on weekends!)

Location:

Portcullis House, The Embankment, Langport TA10 9RZ

Shift Patterns:

Week 1: Tuesday: 08:00-15:00 Friday: 08:00-15:00

Week 2: Tuesday: 08:00-15:00 Friday: 08:00-15:00 Saturday: 08:00-15:00 Sunday: 08:00-15:00

What We're Looking For:

• Experience working as a Cook/Chef within a Care Setting, you must have a Level 2 QCF qualification in catering or demonstrable experience in working as a Chef or a Cook.

About Us:

As a major care provider in Southern England and one of the largest not‑for‑profit care companies in the UK, Somerset Care offers an extensive, holistic range of care and support services, tailored to an individual's needs.

About the Role:

As a cook you will:

• Provide a high standard or varied menus, reflecting individual dietary requirements, and ensuring nutritional value is monitored.
• To manage and order food stock.
• Supporting with maintaining a clean and safe kitchen to a high standard.
• To work with the kitchen assistant in the preparation and serving of food.

At Somerset Care, we place a strong emphasis on supporting our team and providing them with outstanding benefits:

• Wagestream: Access your earned wages before payday.
• So Much More Rewarding: Save an average of £1,000 annually with discounts at thousands of high street retailers.
• Exceptional training & development with recognised qualifications.
• The Hubonline learning platform – your one‑stop destination for continued growth.
• 24/7 Free counselling service for you and your family.
• Fully paid induction and DBS paid by Somerset Care.
• And much more!