Cook / Commi Chef
CV-LibraryGloucester, GloucestershirepermanentPosted: 5 June 2026
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Location: Gloucestershire
Salary: £30,000 - £33,000 per annum
Reports to: Home Manager / Bursar
Overview
We are seeking a Cook to support the delivery of a high-quality catering service within a residential setting. The role involves preparing and serving nutritious, well-balanced meals while meeting a range of dietary and cultural needs.
Key Responsibilities
Assist with menu planning in collaboration with the Chef
Prepare, cook, and serve meals in line with agreed menus
Cater for a variety of dietary requirements
Maintain stock levels and ensure quality of ingredients
Follow food safety and hygiene standards, including HACCP procedures
Support compliance with inspections and implement improvements where required
Provide cover for the Chef when needed
About You
Basic Food Hygiene Certificate
Good literacy and numeracy skills
Experience in a kitchen preparing meals for groups
Understanding of food hygiene and health & safety standards
Positive, reliable, and able to work independently and as part of a team
A considerate approach when working with older people
Desirable
Level 2 Diploma in Food Production and Cooking (or willingness to work towards)
Knowledge of nutrition, special diets, and menu planning
Some supervisory experienceIf you are interested in this role, please contact Giles for further information on (phone number removed)
Blue Arrow is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to helping find great work opportunities for great people
Location: Gloucestershire
Salary: £30,000 - £33,000 per annum
Reports to: Home Manager / Bursar
Overview
We are seeking a Cook to support the delivery of a high-quality catering service within a residential setting. The role involves preparing and serving nutritious, well-balanced meals while meeting a range of dietary and cultural needs.
Key Responsibilities
Assist with menu planning in collaboration with the Chef
Prepare, cook, and serve meals in line with agreed menus
Cater for a variety of dietary requirements
Maintain stock levels and ensure quality of ingredients
Follow food safety and hygiene standards, including HACCP procedures
Support compliance with inspections and implement improvements where required
Provide cover for the Chef when needed
About You
Basic Food Hygiene Certificate
Good literacy and numeracy skills
Experience in a kitchen preparing meals for groups
Understanding of food hygiene and health & safety standards
Positive, reliable, and able to work independently and as part of a team
A considerate approach when working with older people
Desirable
Level 2 Diploma in Food Production and Cooking (or willingness to work towards)
Knowledge of nutrition, special diets, and menu planning
Some supervisory experienceIf you are interested in this role, please contact Giles for further information on (phone number removed)
Blue Arrow is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to helping find great work opportunities for great people