Volunteer Cook

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Reference: APR

Expiry date: 12:45, Fri, 17th Jul 2026

Location: Northampton

Salary: Voluntary

Benefits: N/A

Purpose of the role

To support the preparation of simple, nutritious meals and engage residents in cooking-related activities, promoting social interaction, independence, and wellbeing.

Main responsibilities

• Assist with preparing and cooking meals/snacks
• Maintain a clean and safe kitchen environment
• Follow food hygiene and safety guidelines
• Engage residents in cooking activities (where appropriate)
• Encourage conversation and social interaction during meal preparation
• Support with serving food if required.

Skills, experience and attitude needed

• Basic cooking skills (no professional experience required)
• Understanding of hygiene and food safety (training can be provided)
• Friendly, patient, and approachable
• Enjoy working with people and encouraging participation
• Reliable and able to follow guidance

Expected hours/times

As and when required though we will work around the availability of volunteers.

What you could get out of it

You will make a difference (directly or indirectly) to the people we work with. You will benefit from helping or supporting other people, using existing or learning new skills, gaining confidence, being creative, responding to challenges, and being with other people. You may feel satisfaction from playing a positive role in someone else's life. If you're looking for work, you will gain valuable experience for your CV. Above all else you will have fun and enjoy your experience.