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Cook in Stoke Gifford

On-site in Stoke Gifford·Full-time·Added yesterday (last checked 6 Nov)

Elior UK

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Our summary

Salary
£28,275 a year

About £1,990 a month after tax.

Work mode
On-site, Stoke Gifford
Contract
Full-time

Skills

Elior UK is hiring for this role in several places. This vacancy is in Stoke Gifford.

Requirements

What we're looking for

Previous catering or chef experience

A passion for preparing high-quality, home-style food

Genuine interest in customer service excellence

Strong teamwork and communication skills

Reliable, organised, and able to work efficiently in a busy kitchen

Pride in maintaining high standards of food quality, cleanliness, and presentation

Positive attitude and willingness to contribute to a friendly team environment

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

Salary: £14.50 Per Hour | £28,275 Per Year

Job ID: 8375

The role

As a Cook, you'll be an important part of our team at Stoke Gifford Retirement Village, preparing fresh, home-style food and helping to create a welcoming dining experience for residents and guests. You'll have the opportunity to take ownership of your work, contribute your own ideas and specials, and play a key role in delivering high-quality food and service.

Enjoy all the rewards of a hospitality role with a better work-life balance, regular daytime hours, and very few evening shifts.

What you'll do

Prepare and serve food to the highest standard

Ensure the kitchen and service areas are always clean, well-presented, and well-stocked

Keep up to date with menus and daily food offerings

Support the delivery of popular themed days, including roast lunches and fish and chip Fridays

Contribute ideas for daily specials and menu enhancements

Offer a warm and friendly service to residents and guests

Ensure COSHH, Food Safety, and Health & Safety procedures are followed at all times

Work closely with the wider kitchen team to deliver an excellent dining experience

How you'll work

Working Pattern: 5 Days Out Of 7 | 37.5 Hours Per Week

37.5 hours per week over 5 days

Shifts are typically 8am to 4pm

Very occasional evening cover, finishing no later than 7pm

One weekend in four off

Large, clean, and well-organised kitchen with fully serviced equipment

Work alongside another chef on most shifts for additional support and collaboration

Opportunity to create your own specials and contribute ideas to the menu

Regular daytime-focused hospitality environment with a great work-life balance

Supportive team culture and opportunities to develop within your role

Hiring process

3 steps1 interviewa task to do
  1. Application

  2. Screening Phone Call · Phone call

  3. Interview

    Interview with questions based on Behavioural Competencies and the People Promise; candidates receive a hints and tips sheet.

  4. Financial Questions

    Not every role

    For some management roles, questions evaluating financial acumen such as stock control, GP optimisation, system and labour management, and menu management.

  5. Offer Process · Phone call

  6. Right to Work and DBS Check

  7. Sign Documents Online

    Sign the documents online to complete joining.

  • The employer states it may call candidates whose skillset matches the role or other vacant roles.
  • Candidates can request support or adjustments during the application process.
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