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Bank CookNHS

Christchurch, BH23 2BY Bank £13.50
Posted 17 September 2026 Closing date 16 October 2026
Christchurch Rail Station (0.3 miles, direct) Swanage (Swanage Railway) (11.7 miles, direct) Bournemouth Station (3.4 miles, direct)

Job summary

Package Description: Love cooking and making people smile? Join our Naseby care home as a Bank Cook and use your creativity to prepare delicious, comforting meals that brighten our residents days. From meeting dietary needs to creating themed food days, your cooking will make a real difference. Whats on the menu for you £13.50 per hour Enjoy your evenings free and every other weekend off Refer-a-friend bonus up to £1,000 Funded training and career development (up to QCF Level 5) Blue Light discounts & company pension On-demand pay What were looking for Minimum 12 months right to work in the UK Experience in a professional kitchen Knowledge of IDDSI or complex dietary needs (desirable) Bank cook required with the flexibility to work as and when required, to include weekdays and weekends - this is a zero hour contract About the role: Prepare nutritious meals tailored to individual needs. Create enjoyable dining experiences and themed events. Plan daily menus and support kitchen operations.

Main duties of the job

Join our Naseby care home as a Bank Cook and use your creativity to prepare delicious, comforting meals that brighten our residents days. From meeting dietary needs to creating themed food days, your cooking will make a real difference. Enjoy a salary of £13.50 per hour, with evenings free and every other weekend off. Additional perks include a refer-a-friend bonus up to £1,000, funded training and career development opportunities up to QCF Level 5, Blue Light discounts, and a company pension. On-demand pay is also offered. We seek someone with a minimum of 12 months right to work in the UK, experience in a professional kitchen, and knowledge of IDDSI or complex dietary needs is desirable. The role requires flexibility to work as and when needed, including weekdays and weekends, under a zero hour contract. Responsibilities include preparing nutritious meals tailored to individual needs, creating enjoyable dining experiences, planning daily menus, and maintaining high standards in food quality, hygiene, and presentation.

Job description

Package Description: Love cooking and making people smile?

Join our Naseby care home as a Bank Cook and use your creativity to prepare delicious, comforting meals that brighten our residents days. From meeting dietary needs to creating themed food days, your cooking will make a real difference.

Whats on the menu for you

  • £13.50 per hour
  • Enjoy your evenings free and every other weekend off
  • Refer-a-friend bonus up to £1,000
  • Funded training and career development (up to QCF Level 5)
  • Blue Light discounts & company pension
  • On-demand pay

What were looking for

  • Minimum 12 months right to work in the UK
  • Experience in a professional kitchen
  • Knowledge of IDDSI or complex dietary needs (desirable)
  • Bank cook required with the flexibility to work as and when required, to include weekdays and weekends - this is a zero hour contract

About the role:

  • Prepare nutritious meals tailored to individual needs.
  • Create enjoyable dining experiences and themed events.
  • Plan daily menus and support kitchen operations.
  • Maintain high standards of food quality, hygiene, and presentation.
  • Make a positive difference through food and care.

Where youll be workingNaseby care home

  • Click here to view the care home:https://www.agincare.com/care-homes/dorset/naseby-care-home-christchurch/?utm_source=Online&utm_medium=google&utm_campaign=nasebygooglebusinessprofile&utm_term=gbp&utm_content=naseby Care
  • Quality Commission Rating: https://www.cqc.org.uk/location/1-203826740

If youre passionate about great food and making a difference, apply today and start cooking up smiles.

About us:For 40 years, Agincare has been proudly supporting communities across England. Today, with more than 5,500 team members nationwide, we are one of the countrys leading family-owned care providers, delivering high-quality care and support services across more than 170 locations.We are proud supporters of the Care Leaver Covenant and Armed Forces community, offering guaranteed interviews for eligible applicants. All our adult services are regulated by the CQC, and our children's services are regulated by Ofsted.

We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences. Please note that we are currently unable to offer visa sponsorship.

If this particular role isnt the right fit for you, we encourage you to explore our other vacancies, www.agincare.com/careers

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About us

For 40 years, Agincare has been proudly supporting communities across England. Today, with more than 5,500 team members nationwide, we are one of the countrys leading family-owned care providers, delivering high-quality care and support services across more than 170 locations. We are proud supporters of the Care Leaver Covenant and Armed Forces community, offering guaranteed interviews for eligible applicants. All our adult services are regulated by the CQC, and our children's services are regulated by Ofsted. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences. Please note that we are currently unable to offer visa sponsorship. If this particular role isnt the right fit for you, we encourage you to explore our other vacancies on our careers website.

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