Cook
Location
Barnstaple, England, United Kingdom
Employment TypeInternship
Posted At4/8/2026
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Occupation Type
Cooks
Occupation Code Skill LevelIneligible
Sponsorship EligibilityIneligible for Sponsorship
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Description
Cook – Little Bridge House
16 hours per week (2 x 8hr shifts on varied days throughout the week)
Hours are generally worked between 10:30 – 18:30 (although some flexibility around these times will be required)
£27,438 - £31,646 FTE (£10,975 - £12,658 actual), plus enhancements for weekends and bank holidays
“Happy, amazing, special and fun” are perhaps not the first words that spring to mind when you think of a children’s hospice - but this is exactly how our families describe our hospices. Matched by our staff feeling “proud, rewarded and making a difference” by working in this special setting, this is perhaps a quite a different catering role to what you might have expected.
About Us
Children’s Hospice South West provides care and support for children with life limiting conditions. We have an exciting opportunity for friendly and enthusiastic person who is motivated to join us on a permanent basis to really make a difference to the lives of the children and families who we support.
Where you will be working
Little Bridge House is situated in beautiful surroundings, the hospice has a homely feel and yet provides stunning and spacious accommodation for the whole family, making the most of short and precious lives.
The Role
Working as part of a friendly and professional team of Kitchen staff and volunteers, you will prepare and serve a range of high quality, home cooked meals and snacks for children and families to enjoy during their stays. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking for a part-time, permanent role within a relaxed and welcoming environment.
The Successful Candidate
You will be experienced in a professional kitchen, with excellent communication skills. You should hold a current basic food hygiene certificate and a recognised catering qualification (or willing to undertake this).
Join our team for a rewarding career – 98% of staff agree that they are proud to work for CHSW.
Benefits Of Working At CHSW Also Include
16 hours per week (2 x 8hr shifts on varied days throughout the week)
Hours are generally worked between 10:30 – 18:30 (although some flexibility around these times will be required)
£27,438 - £31,646 FTE (£10,975 - £12,658 actual), plus enhancements for weekends and bank holidays
“Happy, amazing, special and fun” are perhaps not the first words that spring to mind when you think of a children’s hospice - but this is exactly how our families describe our hospices. Matched by our staff feeling “proud, rewarded and making a difference” by working in this special setting, this is perhaps a quite a different catering role to what you might have expected.
About Us
Children’s Hospice South West provides care and support for children with life limiting conditions. We have an exciting opportunity for friendly and enthusiastic person who is motivated to join us on a permanent basis to really make a difference to the lives of the children and families who we support.
Where you will be working
Little Bridge House is situated in beautiful surroundings, the hospice has a homely feel and yet provides stunning and spacious accommodation for the whole family, making the most of short and precious lives.
The Role
Working as part of a friendly and professional team of Kitchen staff and volunteers, you will prepare and serve a range of high quality, home cooked meals and snacks for children and families to enjoy during their stays. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking for a part-time, permanent role within a relaxed and welcoming environment.
The Successful Candidate
You will be experienced in a professional kitchen, with excellent communication skills. You should hold a current basic food hygiene certificate and a recognised catering qualification (or willing to undertake this).
Join our team for a rewarding career – 98% of staff agree that they are proud to work for CHSW.
Benefits Of Working At CHSW Also Include
∎ 33 days (plus bank holidays) holiday entitlement, which increases with service
∎ enhanced sick pay scheme rising up to 6 months full and 6 months half pay
∎ personal pension scheme with 7% employer contribution
∎ family friendly policies, with enhanced maternity/adoption pay
∎ occupational health, wellbeing and counselling services and employee assistance programme
∎ group life insurance scheme
∎ training and development opportunities
∎ environmental and green agenda
∎ a supportive and inclusive environment
∎ a chance to make a real difference
Training
Full on-the-job training and a comprehensive induction period will be given relevant to the role.
How To Apply
Please apply by clicking on the link in this advert. To find out more please see the job description and person specification on this page. To arrange an informal chat please call Jane Jordan on 01271 321999
Closing date: 23rd April 2026
Anticipated Interviews: 5th May 2026
∎ enhanced sick pay scheme rising up to 6 months full and 6 months half pay
∎ personal pension scheme with 7% employer contribution
∎ family friendly policies, with enhanced maternity/adoption pay
∎ occupational health, wellbeing and counselling services and employee assistance programme
∎ group life insurance scheme
∎ training and development opportunities
∎ environmental and green agenda
∎ a supportive and inclusive environment
∎ a chance to make a real difference
Training
Full on-the-job training and a comprehensive induction period will be given relevant to the role.
How To Apply
Please apply by clicking on the link in this advert. To find out more please see the job description and person specification on this page. To arrange an informal chat please call Jane Jordan on 01271 321999
Closing date: 23rd April 2026
Anticipated Interviews: 5th May 2026
- Please note if sufficient applications are received prior to the advertised closing date, we reserve the right to close this vacancy early. We therefore recommend that you apply for the role as soon as possible.