Relief Cook: Nutritious Meals for Seniors (Care Home)

MHA; Shefford; Remote; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

28 days holiday (including bank) and购买

Pension scheme and life assurance

DBS checks and uniforms

Confidential counselling and chaplain/

Flexible annual leave options

Discounts via Blue Light Card and Vivu

Full induction and development

Long service awards

Job summary

Cook (Relief) based at Oak Manor, Shefford is seeking an organized individual to prepare and serve nutritious meals for activity attendees. You will manage kitchen operations, supervise volunteers, and contribute to a welcoming environment in line with MHA’s values.

You will plan menus, monitor costs, maintain hygiene standards, and support staff with inductions and training, while adapting to dietary needs and cultural preferences. The role supports wellbeing and community living.

Qualifications

• Experience of preparing and cooking meals for large numbers of people.
• Ability to deliver high-quality meals within a set budget.
• Good communication and listening skills, with a customer-focused approach.
• Experience of working with or supervising volunteers (desirable).
• Creativity in menu planning and sensitivity to the needs of older people.
• A flexible and positive approach to work, with occasional travel as required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook and serve meals for members attending lunch, breakfast or afternoon tea clubs.
• Plan menus that are nutritious, appealing and meet a wide range of dietary and cultural needs.
• Manage food ordering and stock control, ensuring cost-effectiveness and minimising waste.
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness, food hygiene and safety in line with food safety and COSHH requirements.
• Supervise and support volunteers and staff working in the kitchen, including organising rotas.
• Assist with the induction and training of volunteers and staff, ensuring compliance with food hygiene standards.
• Maintain accurate records and complete audits in line with food safety policies.
• Attend training, meetings, supervisions and appraisals as required.

Skills

Large-scale meal preparation

Budget management

Customer-focused communication

Volunteer supervision

Menu planning creativity

Flexibility with travel

Job description

Cook (Relief) based at Oak Manor, Shefford is seeking an organized individual to prepare and serve nutritious meals for activity attendees. You will manage kitchen operations, supervise volunteers, and contribute to a welcoming environment in line with MHA’s values.

You will plan menus, monitor costs, maintain hygiene standards, and support staff with inductions and training, while adapting to dietary needs and cultural preferences. The role supports wellbeing and community living.