Daytime Cook: Nutritious Meals & Welcoming Dining

Bowden Derra Park Ltd; Launceston; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 19,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Consistent daytime hours (07:00–15:00)

Structured rota with every other short

Supportive working environment

Job summary

Bowden Derra Park Ltd in Cornwall is seeking a reliable Cook to prepare nutritious meals for service users and staff. The role offers consistent daytime hours (07:00–15:00) and a structured 2-week rota with every other weekend off, supporting a healthy work-life balance and a welcoming dining environment.

The ideal candidate will have kitchen/catering experience, knowledge of food hygiene, and the ability to cater for dietary needs while maintaining high standards of cleanliness and food safety.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a kitchen or catering environment preferred.
• Food Hygiene Certificate desirable.
• Ability to cater for different dietary needs.
• A team player with a positive and caring attitude.
• Reliable, punctual, and well organised.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook, and serve nutritious, well-balanced meals for service users and staff
• Maintain high standards of hygiene, cleanliness, and food safety at all times
• Work collaboratively with care and café staff to meet individual dietary requirements
• Contribute to a warm, welcoming, and positive dining experience

Skills

Team player

Reliable

Punctual

Well organised

Food hygiene knowledge

Education

Food Hygiene Certificate

Job description

Bowden Derra Park Ltd in Cornwall is seeking a reliable Cook to prepare nutritious meals for service users and staff. The role offers consistent daytime hours (07:00–15:00) and a structured 2-week rota with every other weekend off, supporting a healthy work-life balance and a welcoming dining environment.

The ideal candidate will have kitchen/catering experience, knowledge of food hygiene, and the ability to cater for dietary needs while maintaining high standards of cleanliness and food safety.