Cook

Hartford Care Limited; Wolverhampton; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 21,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

No out-of-hours

Daytime shifts

Free meals on shift

Free on-site parking

Paid holiday

Pension scheme

Paid DBS check

Training & development

Supportive working environment

Job summary

Hartford Care Limited is seeking a talented Cook for a care home role located at Aldergrove Manor Care Home, WV4 4AD. This part-time, permanent position offers daytime shifts totaling 27 hours per week, with no late nights or split shifts.

You will prepare fresh meals for residents, accommodate dietary needs, and uphold strict kitchen hygiene. The role emphasizes resident wellbeing and a positive dining experience.

Qualifications

• Previous chef experience required.
• Food Hygiene Certificate (Level 2 or above) required.
• Understanding of dietary needs in a care setting is a plus.
• Reliable, caring, and team-focused attitude required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare fresh, nutritious meals for residents.
• Cater for dietary needs (soft diets, allergies, diabetes).
• Maintain high standards of hygiene and kitchen safety.
• Manage stock and minimise waste.
• Engage with residents to enhance dining experience.

Skills

Previous Chef experience

Education

Food Hygiene Certificate (Level 2 or above)

Job description

Cook

Company: Hartford Care
Salary: £12.90 to £12.90 an hour
Hours: Part-time
Location: WV4 4AD
Job type: Permanent
Posting date: 21 Oct 2026
Closing date: 18 Nov 2026

Summary

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

We are looking for a talented and compassionate Cook to join our friendly care home team. This is a rewarding opportunity to use your culinary skills in a role where your work truly matters - improving the wellbeing and happiness of our residents every single day - with no late nights or split shifts.

Location: Aldergrove Manor Care Home

Hours: Part time / 27 hours - daytime shifts only

Your Role:

• Prepare fresh, nutritious, and appetising meals for residents
• Cater for dietary needs (e.g. soft diets, allergies, diabetic requirements)
• 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

Why join us?

• 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
• Paid holiday + pension scheme
• Paid DBS check
• Ongoing training & development opportunities
• Supportive, friendly working environment

Enjoy a better work-life balance in a role where you can still be creative and passionate about food - without the pressure, long nights, or unpredictable hours of the hospitality industry.