Cook/Chef

Join the Team at Woodhill Grange.

Are you passionate about food and making a meaningful difference in people’s lives?

At Woodhill Grange, we believe that our clients should live as full and active a life as possible, supported by a caring, compassionate team. We place our clients' well-being and happiness at the heart of everything we do, ensuring care plans reflect their unique needs, wishes, and choices.

We are currently seeking an experienced Cook to join our friendly and professional team. This is more than just a job — it’s a chance to contribute to a vibrant, rehabilitation-focused environment. The successful candidate will play a key role in co-designing seasonal menus with our clients, that are nutritious, creative, and tailored to individual dietary needs.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Preparing and cooking meals safely and to a high standard
• Collaborating on seasonal menu planning that reflects client preferences
• Adhering to all food hygiene and safety regulations
• Taking dietary requirements seriously and responding to client feedback
• Storing food correctly and maintaining temperature logs
• Minimising and correctly disposing of waste
• Keeping the kitchen secure and maintaining strict hygiene standards
• Completing all required paperwork and documentation
• Supporting a warm, relaxed, and respectful environment for clients
• Reporting compliments, concerns, or issues promptly
• Supporting safety and infection control procedures
• Attending regular training and participating in appraisals

What We’re Looking For

• A passion for food and a desire to contribute to client well-being
• Experience in a care, health, or hospitality setting
• Level 3 Food Hygiene Certificate (or happy to work towards this)
• An understanding of person-centred care values
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• A flexible, positive attitude with attention to detail

Why Join Woodhill Grange?

• Be part of a dedicated team.
• Help shape the daily experience of our clients through food and hospitality
• Ongoing training and personal development opportunities
• A values-led environment focused on dignity, respect, and compassion

The successful applicant will be subject to references and an enhanced DBS check. Woodhill Grange is committed to creating and maintaining a safe and supportive workforce.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: £13.00 per hour

Benefits:

• On-site parking

Experience:

• Care home: 1 year (preferred)
• Cooking: 2 years (required)

Work authorisation:

• United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: In person