The posting
Working Pattern: 5 Days Out Of 7 | 37.5 Hours Per Week Salary: £14.50 Per Hour | £28,275 Per Year Job ID: 8375 What you’ll be serving up… As a Cook, you'll be an important part of our team at Stoke Gifford Retirement Village, preparing fresh, home-style food and helping to create a welcoming dining experience for residents and guests. You'll have the opportunity to take ownership of your work, contribute your own ideas and specials, and play a key role in delivering high-quality food and service. Enjoy all the rewards of a hospitality role with a better work-life balance, regular daytime hours, and very few evening shifts.
Prepare and serve food to the highest standard Ensure the kitchen and service areas are always clean, well-presented, and well-stocked Keep up to date with menus and daily food offerings Support the delivery of popular themed days, including roast lunches and fish and chip Fridays Contribute ideas for daily specials and menu enhancements Offer a warm and friendly service to residents and guests Ensure COSHH, Food Safety, and Health & Safety procedures are followed at all times Work closely with the wider kitchen team to deliver an excellent dining experience
The ingredients you'll bring...
Previous catering or chef experience A passion for preparing high-quality, home-style food Genuine interest in customer service excellence Strong teamwork and communication skills Reliable, organised, and able to work efficiently in a busy kitchen Pride in maintaining high standards of food quality, cleanliness, and presentation Positive attitude and willingness to contribute to a friendly team environment
What's in it for you?
37.5 hours per week over 5 days Shifts are typically 8am to 4pm Very occasional evening cover, finishing no later than 7pm One weekend in four off Large, clean, and well-organised kitchen with fully serviced equipment Work alongside another chef on most shifts for additional support and collaboration Opportunity to create your own specials and contribute ideas to the menu Regular daytime-focused hospitality environment with a great work-life balance Supportive team culture and opportunities to develop within your role



