Cook

AWD online; West of England; On-site; GBP 27,000; Full time

Job summary

A residential service provider in Bristol is seeking a skilled Cook to plan and deliver nutritious meals, supporting women's wellbeing in a structured environment. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in meal preparation, menu planning, and food hygiene. This full-time role focuses on maintaining high standards of food safety while engaging residents in workshops to enhance their life skills. Commitment to safeguarding is essential.

Benefits

Benefits included

Enhanced DBS check provided

Qualifications

• Previous experience planning and preparing meals for large groups.
• Proven experience of food handling with a Level 3 food hygiene certificate.
• Good numeracy, literacy and basic IT skills for stock and budget management.

Responsibilities

• Planning nutritious menus and ordering food within agreed budgets.
• Preparing and cooking varied meals to meet dietary, cultural, religious and medical needs.
• Maintaining high standards of cleanliness in line with food safety legislation.

Skills

Menu Planning

Food Preparation

Food Hygiene

Budget Management

Teamwork

Education

Level 2 qualification in food preparation

Level 3 food hygiene certificate

Job description

Cook

A rewarding opportunity for a skilled Cook to plan, prepare and deliver nutritious meals in a residential setting, supporting wellbeing, healthy living and positive routines within a structured and supportive environment at an Approved Premises in Bristol.

If you’ve also worked in the following roles, we’d also like to hear from you: Catering Assistant, Kitchen Supervisor, Community Cook, Residential Catering Worker.

FEMALE APPLICANTS ONLY

PLEASE NOTE: Due to the gender‑specific nature of this role, applications can only be accepted from women candidates. This includes all women whose legal gender is female, including those who hold a Gender Recognition Certificate (GRC). Gender is considered to be a genuine occupational requirement in accordance with the Equality Act 2010.

SALARY: £27,000 per annum + Benefits

LOCATION: Bristol, South West England

JOB TYPE: Full‑Time, Permanent

WORKING HOURS: 37 Hours per Week. Actual working pattern to be discussed and agreed.

JOB OVERVIEW

We have a fantastic new job opportunity for a Cook to join a residential service supporting women as they transition back into the community.

As a Cook, you will be responsible for delivering well‑balanced, nutritious meals within a set budget, while maintaining the highest standards of food hygiene, health and safety, and kitchen organisation. You will contribute to a safe and structured environment where food plays a key role in daily routine and wellbeing.

In this role, the Cook will also support residents through practical workshops, encouraging independence, confidence and life skills through menu planning, budgeting and food preparation.

This is a varied and meaningful role suited to a Cook who enjoys teamwork, structure and making a positive impact in a challenging but rewarding setting.

DUTIES

• Menu Planning and Budget Control: Planning nutritious menus and ordering food within agreed budgets
• Meal Preparation and Cooking: Preparing and cooking varied meals to meet dietary, cultural, religious and medical needs
• Food Hygiene and Safety Compliance: Maintaining high standards of cleanliness in line with food safety legislation
• Resident Engagement and Workshops: Supporting and delivering kitchen‑based workshops including food hygiene and budgeting
• Stock Control and Inventory Management: Managing food stock levels, rotation and accurate record keeping
• Health and Safety Oversight: Ensuring safe working practices for residents and staff within the kitchen
• Risk Awareness and Management: Contributing to a safe and controlled residential environment
• Supplier Liaison: Working with suppliers to achieve best value and reliable service
• Equipment Use and Storage: Ensuring safe operation and secure storage of kitchen equipment

CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS

ESSENTIAL

• Due to the gender specific nature of this role, applications can only be accepted from women candidates. Gender is considered to be a genuine occupational requirement in accordance with paragraph 1 of Schedule 9 of the Equality Act 2010.
• Previous experience planning and preparing meals for large groups
• Level 2 qualification in food preparation or equivalent
• Proven experience of food handling with a Level 3 food hygiene certificate
• Experience working within health, safety and hygiene regulations
• Ability to work effectively in a demanding and structured environment
• Good numeracy, literacy and basic IT skills for stock and budget management
• Willingness to undertake a relevant group work qualification

This role is subject to an Enhanced DBS check. All required checks will be undertaken as part of the pre‑employment process for any successful candidate.

The organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share and uphold this commitment in conjunction with the requirements of the Prevent Duty and the positive promotion of modern British values.

CLOSING DATE: 4th January 2026

HOW TO APPLY

To be considered for this job vacancy, please submit your CV and short Covering Letter detailing how you meet the requirements for the role to our Recruitment Team who will review your details. CVs of Job Applicants meeting this requirement will be submitted to our Client for consideration. By submitting your job application to us you are hereby giving us your express consent to submit your details to our Client for this purpose.

JOB REF: AWDO-P14200