Cook

Elior Healthcare – Food That Makes a Difference Every meal matters. At Stoke Gifford Retirement Village , food is about more than nutrition. It's about comfort, wellbeing and helping people feel cared for when they need it most. From retirement living to specialist care settings, we serve fresh food with compassion, consistency and attention to detail.

This is food with purpose. And people who take pride in making every plate count. At Elior Healthcare, the safety, dignity and wellbeing of the people we support is our priority. As part of our recruitment process, this role is subject to satisfactory references and an Enhanced DBS check (where applicable). 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 What's on the menu for you… At Elior, we believe people do their best work when they feel supported, valued and able to thrive .

That's why we offer a benefits package designed to support your wellbeing, career, finances and life outside of work. Here’s a taste of what you can expect when you join us: Free meals on shift Flexible and part-time working opportunities 28 days holiday, increasing to 31 days after two years' service Enhanced family, personal and compassionate leave policies Paid volunteering days Training, development and career progression opportunities Pension scheme, life assurance and financial wellbeing support Salary Advance, giving you access to a portion of your pay before payday A supportive, inclusive culture where everyone can thrive Plus access to Elior Spark, our enhanced wellbeing platform, offering support for you and your immediate family, including: 24/7 virtual GP appointments Mental health support, counselling and therapy sessions Physiotherapy services and second medical opinions Online gym and workout programmes Legal and financial advice Nutrition, fitness and lifestyle guidance Meditation and mindfulness resources Dedicated wellbeing helplines and expert support whenever you need it Fancy being part of the recipe?

At Elior, over 10,000 colleagues come together every day with one purpose: to enrich lives everywhere, every day. We're proud that 87% of our colleagues are proud to work here — and we think that's because people are given the support, trust and opportunities they need to thrive. Don't tick every box? Don't rule yourself out.

We're looking for people with potential, passion and the right attitude, not just a checklist of experience. We're committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels they belong. If you need any adjustments during the recruitment process, just let us know. Ready to join us? Hit ‘Apply Now’ and let’s chat!