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Posted on Jul 11, 2026 by CV-Library
Walbrook, City and County of the City of London, United Kingdom
Other
Immediate Start
£14.5 - £14.5 Hourly
Full-Time
Part-Time Cook / Kitchen Manager

Working Hours

Days: Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday

Hours: 2:00 pm - 6:00 pm (14:00-18:00)

Location

Housing Association supporting residents with mental health needs.

Job Purpose

We are looking for a reliable, organised, and experienced Cook / Kitchen Manager to prepare fresh, nutritious meals for residents living within a supported housing environment. The successful candidate will be responsible for the day-to-day management of the kitchen, including menu planning, food preparation, stock management, and maintaining high standards of cleanliness and food safety.

Key Responsibilities

Plan and prepare fresh, home-cooked meals from scratch for up to 20 residents.

Develop weekly menus that provide balanced, nutritious, and varied meals.

Submit menus to the Manager in advance to allow sufficient time for food orders to be placed.

Be responsible for identifying and requesting all food and kitchen supplies required for planned menus.

Manage the day-to-day operation of the kitchen independently.

Prepare, cook, and serve meals within the allocated working hours.

Maintain high standards of food hygiene, cleanliness, and kitchen organisation.

Clean all kitchen equipment, work surfaces, utensils, and cooking areas after each shift.

Ensure food is stored, handled, and prepared safely in accordance with current food hygiene regulations.

Monitor stock levels and minimise food waste.

Report any equipment faults or maintenance issues to the Manager promptly.

Person Specification

Essential

Experience preparing fresh meals from scratch.

Ability to plan nutritious and cost-effective menus.

Good organisational and time management skills.

Ability to work independently and manage a kitchen without supervision.

Knowledge of food hygiene and food safety regulations.

Understanding of safe food storage and stock rotation.

Desirable

Previous experience working within a care, supported housing, or mental health environment.

Food Hygiene Certificate (Level 2 or above).

Key Skills

Cooking and meal preparation

Kitchen management

Menu planning

Stock management

Organisation and planning

Food hygiene and safety

Cleaning and maintaining kitchen standards

Good communication with management regarding menu planning and food requirements

Reference: 225359919

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CV-Library

Cook

CV-Library

Posted on Jul 11, 2026 by CV-Library

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Walbrook, City and County of the City of London, United Kingdom
Other
Immediate Start
£14.5 - £14.5 Hourly
Full-Time
Part-Time Cook / Kitchen Manager

Working Hours

Days: Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday

Hours: 2:00 pm - 6:00 pm (14:00-18:00)

Location

Housing Association supporting residents with mental health needs.

Job Purpose

We are looking for a reliable, organised, and experienced Cook / Kitchen Manager to prepare fresh, nutritious meals for residents living within a supported housing environment. The successful candidate will be responsible for the day-to-day management of the kitchen, including menu planning, food preparation, stock management, and maintaining high standards of cleanliness and food safety.

Key Responsibilities

Plan and prepare fresh, home-cooked meals from scratch for up to 20 residents.

Develop weekly menus that provide balanced, nutritious, and varied meals.

Submit menus to the Manager in advance to allow sufficient time for food orders to be placed.

Be responsible for identifying and requesting all food and kitchen supplies required for planned menus.

Manage the day-to-day operation of the kitchen independently.

Prepare, cook, and serve meals within the allocated working hours.

Maintain high standards of food hygiene, cleanliness, and kitchen organisation.

Clean all kitchen equipment, work surfaces, utensils, and cooking areas after each shift.

Ensure food is stored, handled, and prepared safely in accordance with current food hygiene regulations.

Monitor stock levels and minimise food waste.

Report any equipment faults or maintenance issues to the Manager promptly.

Person Specification

Essential

Experience preparing fresh meals from scratch.

Ability to plan nutritious and cost-effective menus.

Good organisational and time management skills.

Ability to work independently and manage a kitchen without supervision.

Knowledge of food hygiene and food safety regulations.

Understanding of safe food storage and stock rotation.

Desirable

Previous experience working within a care, supported housing, or mental health environment.

Food Hygiene Certificate (Level 2 or above).

Key Skills

Cooking and meal preparation

Kitchen management

Menu planning

Stock management

Organisation and planning

Food hygiene and safety

Cleaning and maintaining kitchen standards

Good communication with management regarding menu planning and food requirements
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Reference: 225359919

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