Residential Cook

Role: Residential Cook (Poplars)Hours: Part-time (30hrs)Location: Mirfield (WF14 0DQ)Salary: £12.81/hr (day shifts)About the RoleWe are looking for a friendly, reliable, and passionate Part-Time Residential Cook to join our team. You will play a vital role in preparing nutritious, balanced meals for individuals living in a residential care setting, ensuring high standards of food safety, quality, and hygiene.This is a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference to people’s daily lives through food and service.Key ResponsibilitiesPrepare, cook, and present a variety of home-style meals tailored to residents’ dietary needsPlan menus that are balanced, nutritious, and appealingCater for individual dietary requirements (e.g. allergies, cultural, texture-modified diets)Maintain high standards of food hygiene and kitchen cleanlinessMonitor food stock levels and assist with ordering suppliesEnsure compliance with food safety regulations and health & safety policiesWork collaboratively with care staff to support residents’ preferences and wellbeingProvide a warm, friendly dining experience for residentsWhat We’re Looking ForA genuine commitment to supporting adults with complex disabilitiesA caring, patient, and respectful approachAbility to work as part of a team and follow guidance from senior staffWillingness to learn and undertake relevant trainingReliability, flexibility, and a positive attitudeWhy Join Hollybank Trust?A meaningful role where your work truly mattersSupportive leadership and teamworkOpportunities for learning, development, and progressionA values‑led organisation focused on people, not just processesA range of great benefits including access to mental health support, enhanced family leave pay, and a discounts and rewards portals for shoppingIf you’re looking for a role where you can make a positive impact every single day, we’d love to hear from you.Please note, all candidates must undergo an Enhanced DBS check prior to joining the Trust. The initial cost of this will be paid by the Trust.