Cook Trainer

Langley Trust; England; On-site; GBP 27,000; Full time

Job summary

A community support organization is seeking a passionate Cook Trainer to work in Poole, Dorset. This full-time position involves preparing nutritious meals, mentoring residents in culinary skills, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. Ideal candidates will have strong culinary abilities and a commitment to enhancing the independence of trainees. The role offers a rewarding opportunity to make a difference in the lives of those supported by the organization, along with an attractive rewards package.

Benefits

Up to 30 days annual leave

Pension scheme matched up to 8%

Life Assurance up to 3 times salary

Flexible benefits package

SmartHealth free online GP service

Eyecare and Flu vaccine vouchers

Access to private holiday home

24/7 Employee Assistance Programme

Funded Health Cash Plan

Menopause support

Enhanced Maternity Pay

Access to Blue Light Card discounts

Qualifications

• Passionate about cooking and teaching.
• Ability to adhere to health and safety regulations.
• Experience in a kitchen environment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare well balanced and nutritious meals for the clients.
• Manage risks to ensure a safe environment.
• Maintain high hygiene standards and oversee food operations.
• Plan menus collaboratively and conduct stock audits.
• Develop training plans for residents and supervise their activities.

Skills

Culinary expertise

Mentoring and training

Safety and hygiene compliance

Menu planning

Job description

Overview

Empowering through culinary skills. Cook, Train, Inspire. Langley is seeking a passionate and organised Cook Trainer to join our friendly team in Poole, Dorset. In this rewarding role, you'll combine your culinary expertise with your ability to mentor and inspire, helping residents and trainees develop practical cooking skills that enhance their independence and quality of life. You'll oversee kitchen operations, menu planning, and food preparation while ensuring compliance with hygiene, safety, and legislative standards.

This is a permanent, full-time position (35 hours per week across a 7 day rota).

Salary: £26,175 per annum. If you're creative, communicative, and committed to making a difference, we'd love to hear from you.

Rewards Package

• Up to 30 days annual leave pro rata (after 2 years service)
• Pension scheme, matched up to 8%
• Life Assurance up to 3 times your salary
• Flexible benefits package, including Holiday Trading and Cycle Scheme - can be tailored to meet your individual needs
• SmartHealth free online GP service 24 / 7
• Eyecare and Flu vaccine vouchers
• Access to private holiday home getaway in Torquay
• Wellbeing Support 24 / 7 Employee Assistance Programme including free counselling and legal advice
• Funded Health Cash Plan
• Menopause support
• Enhanced Maternity Pay
• Access to Blue Light Card discounts

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare well balanced and nutritious meals for the clients
• Actively assess and manage risks to ensure a safe environment for staff, service users, and the public, while adhering to all relevant legislation and regulations.
• Maintain high hygiene standards, ensure proper waste disposal, and oversee food purchasing, storage, preparation, cooking, and serving.
• Plan menus collaboratively, minimize waste, liaise with suppliers for best value, and conduct regular stock audits to ensure proper rotation and removal of expired items.
• Develop and implement training plans for residents and trainees, supervise their activities, record progress, and ensure compliance with health, safety, and project rules.
• Manage training activities with a businesslike approach, aim for self-financing, and enforce security measures to maintain acceptable risk levels during kitchen operations.

Please copy and paste this link into your browser to view the full job description. If you want to join our team as our Cook Trainer, please apply now as we would love to hear from you.

Closing date: 28th December 2025

We reserve the right to close earlier if we receive sufficient applicants.

A satisfactory Enhanced DBS check and BPSS check is required for this role and job offers will be subject to the Trust receiving satisfactory evidence of the successful applicant's right to work in the UK.

This role is eligible for consideration under the Employee Referral Scheme. For further information around the referring principals and scope, please consult the Employee Referral Scheme Guide.

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