Cook
| Company: | Leonard Cheshire |
|---|---|
| Salary: | from £14 an hour |
| Hours: | Part-time |
| Location: | Romsey, SO51 5AD |
| Working pattern: | On-site |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Posting date: | 29 Sept 2026 |
| Closing date: | 29 Oct 2026 |
Summary
£14 per hour | 21 hours per week | Fryers House
"It’s about creating meals that make people feel cared for - every plate is an opportunity to make someone’s day."
That’s how one of our Cooks describes their role. If you’re passionate about food, take pride in your kitchen, and want to make a real difference, we’d love to hear from you.
A home, not just a service
Our Fryers House supports adults with learning disabilities and additional needs to live their lives their way. The kitchen is the heart of our home - where we create fresh, delicious, and nutritious meals that bring people together. You’ll plan menus, prepare food, and work closely with our care teams to make sure everyone’s individual dietary needs are met.
Your working hours
We offer 21 hours per week. This will provide 3 days cover to support our other cook in the service.
Why you’ll love working here
As well as providing support for your wellbeing and development, we offer a fantastic range of benefits:
* 28 days holiday per annum inclusive of bank holidays (+1 every year up to 33 days)
* Stream: Access up to 40% of your pay before payday
* Free Blue Light Card: Exclusive discounts and benefits
* Contributory Pension Scheme & competitive life cover
* Health cash plan: Affordable healthcare at your fingertips
* Career development: Opportunities for recognised catering qualifications
* Free DBS check
* Employee Assistance Programme - support when you need it most
What you’ll do
* Prepare, cook, and serve high-quality meals and beverages on time
* Plan varied, seasonal menus that meet nutritional and dietary needs
* Liaise with care teams and customers to create personalised menus
* Maintain high standards of hygiene and cleanliness in line with HACCP and COSHH regulations
* Manage food stocks, orders, and budgets effectively
* Supervise and support catering staff, including training and rota planning
* Provide catering for events, parties, and special occasions
* Ensure compliance with health, safety, safeguarding, and regulatory requirements
About Leonard Cheshire
Established over 75 years ago, we exist to support disabled people to live, learn, and work as independently as possible.
Ready to apply?
Leonard Cheshire welcomes applications from all sections of the community. We actively encourage applications from people with a disability, supporting where possible, your requirements for reasonable adjustments.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and adults at risk. A satisfactory disclosure check (PVG membership in Scotland) is required for this post. References will be obtained for all roles.
Visa sponsorship is not available at this time. Applicants must have the unrestricted right to work in the UK at the time of application. We are unable to progress applications from candidates who require sponsorship or are awaiting a visa decision
Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme
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