Cook / Chef

Cook – Retirement Home (Poole)

Small, friendly home • 12 residents • Daytime hours • Meaningful, rewarding role

If you enjoy cooking comforting, homely meals and love working in a warm, familiar setting, this role is a perfect fit. You’ll be part of a close-knit team supporting just 12 residents, giving you the time and space to cook with care rather than rush.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

A calm kitchen environment – no noisy service, no pressure, no late nights.

A small, family-style home – you’ll get to know each resident personally.

Daytime-only shifts – every shift is 07:30–14:00.

Your cooking makes a real difference – residents genuinely appreciate the meals you prepare.

Your Shift Pattern (2-Week Rota)

Week A

Monday – 07:30–14:00

Friday – 07:30–14:00

Saturday – 07:30–14:00

Sunday – 07:30–14:00
Total: 26 hours

Week B

Tuesday – 07:30–14:00

Wednesday – 07:30–14:00

Thursday – 07:30–14:00
Total: 19.5 hours

Fortnightly Total: 45.5 hours
Weekend working is part of the rota.

What You’ll Be Doing

Preparing simple, delicious meals tailored to individual preferences.

Creating a relaxed, welcoming mealtime experience for residents.

Keeping the kitchen clean, safe, and well-organised throughout your shift.

Working closely with care staff to ensure dietary needs and routines are met.

Maintaining excellent food hygiene and safety standards.

About You

Friendly, patient, and comfortable chatting with residents as you work.

A steady, reliable team player with a calm approach.

Experience in a care or retirement home is helpful but not essential.

Food Hygiene Level 2 is desirable (training available).

Enhanced DBS required.

Pay

£12.33 per hour – weekdays

£13.07 per hour – weekends