Cook (full-time)

• Prepare nutritionally balanced meals.
• Respond flexibly to patient dietary needs and preferences.
• Meet high standards of hygiene and cleanliness.
• Hold a Food Hygiene Level 2 qualification.
• Have experience creating special diets.
• Ensure consistency in service delivery standards providing a variety of quality food.
• Work under pressure in a busy commercial kitchen environment within a small team.
• Competently and independently prepare meals from fresh ingredients, working with pastry and creating baked goods.
• Contribute to menu creation and variety.
• Be compassionate and understanding towards patients, relatives and volunteers, recognising the importance of food and nutrition within the Hospice.
• Work responsibly without direct supervision.

Closing Date: 5th May 2026

Salary: £25,760 to £27,476 per annum

Hours: 37.5 (rota of 4 days worked over 7 - including every other weekend (with enhancements for weekend working

Location: Dr Kershaw's Hospice