Cook - Bank

Agincare; Whiteley; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 21,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Blue Light discount package

Company pension scheme

On demand pay

Refer a friend scheme

Job summary

Agincare is seeking a Cook for Bank/zero-hour work in Whiteley, Hampshire. The role focuses on preparing meals with attention to dietary needs, delivering quality cuisine and maintaining kitchen standards.

The position offers daytime shifts, with every other weekend off and a competitive hourly rate of £13.30. The successful candidate will have kitchen experience, understand kitchen operations, and be available for day shifts.

Qualifications

• Experience in a professional kitchen and an understanding of kitchen operations.
• Knowledge of dietary requirements (IDDSI) is desirable.
• Available to work day shifts and alternate weekends.

Responsibilities

• Prepare meals that meet individual dietary needs and preferences.
• Maintain high standards of food quality, hygiene, and presentation.

Skills

Kitchen experience

Dietary needs

Day shifts

Job description

Cook - Bank

Date Posted: 2026-08-13T10:19:00

Location: Whiteley, Hampshire, GB, PO15 7

Application Deadline: 2026-09-15T03:08:48.973

Job Description

Package Description: Are you a keen chef with heart, creativity and a passion for making people smile? Looking for a challenging role where you can learn new skills and deliver great food? Are you experienced in catering and managing dietary requirements? If so, this is the career for you! We believe that great food is about more than just flavour, it's about comfort, connection and care. As a chef with Cordelia care home, you'll have the opportunity to use your creative flair and culinary talents to bring joy to our residents every day.

Whats on the menu for you:

• £13.30 per hour
• Refer a friend scheme earn up to £1000
• No evening shifts and every other weekend off
• Outstanding career development
• Fully funded training up to QCF level 5
• Blue Light discount package & company pension scheme
• On demand pay

What is required from you?

• A minimum of 12 months on your right to work
• Experience in a professional kitchen and an understanding of kitchen operations
• Knowledge of the IDDSI framework or experience supporting complex dietary requirements (desirable)
• Available to work day shifts and alternate weekends
• Please note this is currently a bank / zero hour contract

About the role:

Whether it's crafting delicious meals that meet individual dietary needs, creating themed dining experiences that bring the home to life, or simply serving a favourite dish that reminds someone of home, you'll be making a real difference every day. Using your culinary skills and food knowledge, you'll help create daily menus, support the organisation and smooth running of the kitchen, and ensure the highest standards of food quality, hygiene, and presentation are maintained at all times.

Where you'll be working

Click here to view the care home: Residential Care Home in Fareham, Hampshire | Agincare

Care Quality Commission rating - Good

About us:

For 40 years, Agincare has been proudly supporting communities across the UK. Today, with more than 5,500 team members nationwide, we are one of the country's leading family-owned care providers, delivering high-quality care and support services across more than 170 locations.

We are proud supporters of the Care Leaver Covenant and Armed Forces community, offering guaranteed interviews for eligible applicants. All our adult services are regulated by the CQC, and our children's services are regulated by Ofsted.

We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences. Please note that we are currently unable to offer visa sponsorship.

If this particular role isn't the right fit for you, we encourage you to explore our other vacancies, www.agincare.com/careers.

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Job DescriptionPackage Description: Are you a keen chef with heart, creativity and a passion for making people smile? Looking for a challenging role where you can learn new skills and deliver great food? Are you experienced in catering and managing dietary requirements? If so, this is the career for you! We believe that great food is about more than just flavour, its about comfort, connection and care. As a chef with Cordelia care home, youll have the opportunity to use your creative flair and culinary talents to bring joy to our residents every day. Whats on the menu for you: £13.30 per hourRefer a friend scheme earn up to £1000No evening shifts and every other weekend offOutstanding career developmentFully funded training up to QCF level 5Blue Light discount package & company pension schemeOn demand payWhat is required from you? A minimum of 12 months on your right to workExperience in a professional kitchen and an understanding of kitchen operationsKnowledge of the IDDSI framework
or experience supporting complex dietary requirements (desirable)Available to work day shifts and alternate weekendsPlease note this is currently a bank / zero hour contractAbout the role: Whether its crafting delicious meals that meet individual dietary needs, creating themed dining experiences that bring the home to life, or simply serving a favourite dish that reminds someone of home, youll be making a real difference every day .Using your culinary skills and food knowledge, youll help create daily menus, support the organisation and smooth running of the kitchen, and ensure the highest standards of food quality, hygiene, and presentation are maintained at all times .Where you'll be working Click here to view the care home: Residential Care Home in Fareham, Hampshire | AgincareCare Quality Commission rating - GoodIf youre passionate about great food, teamwork, and making a difference, wed love to welcome you to the Agincare family.About us: For 40 years, Agincare has been proudly
supporting communities across the UK. Today, with more than 5,500 team members nationwide, we are one of the countrys leading family-owned care providers, delivering high-quality care and support services across more than 170 locations .We are proud supporters of the Care Leaver Covenant and Armed Forces community, offering guaranteed interviews for eligible applicants . All our adult services are regulated by the CQC, and our children's services are regulated by Ofsted.We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences . Please note that we are currently unable to offer visa sponsorship.If this particular role isnt the right fit for you, we encourage you to explore our other vacancies, www.agincare.com/careersTPBN1_UKTJ