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Bank Cook

Salary: £12.21 per hour
Location: Linby
Hours: 0
Closing Date: 18/01/2026 23:59

This is a {Advertised Permanent / Temporary}, {Advertised Full Time / Part Time} vacancy that will close in {x} days at {xx:xx} BST.

Contract Type: Bank / Zero Hours
Hours: Flexible shifts between 7:30 and 18:30, including weekdays, weekends, and bank holidays

 

🍳 Make a Difference as a Cook at Sherwood House

Are you passionate about cooking and looking for a flexible role in a peaceful, countryside setting? Sherwood House in Linby, Nottinghamshire is seeking a Bank Cook to join our friendly and dedicated team.

Whether you’re a seasoned chef or an experienced kitchen assistant ready to step up, this is your chance to make a real impact in a care home that values quality, community, and compassion.

 

🏡 About Sherwood House

Sherwood House is a registered care home providing 24/7 person-centred care to 19 elderly residents. Nestled in the award-winning village of Linby, just outside Hucknall, it offers a tranquil environment surrounded by greenery and local charm.

Watch our video to see why our team loves working here.

 

👨‍🍳 Your Role as a Bank Cook

As our Cook, you’ll lead the day-to-day catering operations, ensuring residents enjoy nutritious, delicious meals tailored to their preferences and dietary needs.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Planning and preparing meals that meet residents’ nutritional needs.
  • Maintaining food hygiene and safety standards.
  • Managing stock, food orders, and kitchen equipment.
  • Supporting kitchen assistants and volunteers.
  • Cooking for special occasions and cultural celebrations.

 

✅ What We’re Looking For

We’d love to hear from you if you:

  • Have experience in hospitality or catering.
  • Can prepare meals for large groups.
  • Are organised, reliable, and customer-focused (our residents change their minds sometimes).
  • Understand the importance of nutrition for older adults.
  • Have experience baking pastries!
  • Can work flexibly and maintain high hygiene standards.

 

🚗 Getting to Linby

Due to limited public transport, a driving licence and access to a vehicle are highly desirable. Sherwood House is a 7-minute drive from Hucknall High Street or a 20-minute walk from the nearest bus stop.

 

🌟 Why Work With Us?

  • NCHA is ranked the 41st Best Workplace™ in the UK by Great Place to Work UK.
  • We offer a supportive, inclusive environment with great benefits.
  • You’ll be part of a team that truly values your contribution.

 

📄 How to Apply

  • Click Apply Now, complete a quick application form, and attach your CV.
  • Interviews will be held on a rolling basis and we reserve the right to close this vacancy early – apply early to avoid missing out.
  • Please note: We are not currently offering visa sponsorship.

We’re Nottingham Community Housing Association, known to many as NCHA. We’ve been around since 1973, and we're really proud of that. We're more than just a housing association: we deliver care and support to people all over the East Midlands. Read our story to find out more about us.

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