Part Time Cook

We're looking for a caring, reliable Cook to join our warm and welcoming care home, providing freshly prepared meals for 18 residents each day. If you have a passion for home‑style cooking and want to make a real difference in people's lives, we'd love to hear from you.

You will be responsible for delivering a wholesome lunch and tea service that meets the nutritional needs of our residents while offering plenty of variety and comfort. Your day-to-day duties will include:

Preparing and cooking nutritious, well-balanced meals for up to 18 residents
Catering for a range of dietary requirements and preferences
Planning simple, varied menus (with support)
Ensuring high standards of food hygiene, safety, and cleanliness
Working closely with care staff to create a positive mealtime experience
Maintaining stock levels and ordering supplies as needed

We're looking for someone who is:

Passionate about cooking and providing great food
Able to work independently and manage a small kitchen
Knowledgeable about (or willing to learn) dementia-friendly and soft‑food diets
Friendly, organised, and committed to high standards
Trained or willing to train in Food Hygiene Level 2 (or higher)
Experience in a care home or similar setting is helpful but not essential, caring approach and love for good, honest cooking matter most.

What we Offer:

A supportive, family‑feel working environment
Regular hours with no late nights
Training and development opportunities
The chance to make a meaningful difference every day
£12.50ph

Blue Arrow is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to helping find great work opportunities for great people