Cook – Little Bridge House

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Salary: £27,438 – £31,646 FTE (£10,975 – £12,658 actual), plus enhancements for weekends and bank holidays 

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Hours: Part time, 16 hours per week (2 x 8-hour shifts on varied days throughout the week) 
Contract: Permanent 
Location: Barnstaple – Little Bridge House 
 
Hours are generally worked between 10:30 – 18:30, although some flexibility around these times will be required. 

“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 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 a 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 be 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 

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 and 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. 
 
Closing Date: 23 April 2026 
Anticipated Interviews: 5 May 2026 
 
Please note that 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. 
 
CHSW is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and all employees must obtain an enhanced DBS disclosure. Charity Registration Number (phone number removed). xbpsjku  
 
You may have experience in the following: Cook, Part Time Cook, Kitchen Assistant, Catering Assistant, Care Home Cook, Hospice Cook, Community Cook, Chef, Relief Cook, Support Services Cook. 
 
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Location:
Barnstaple
Job Type:
PartTime
Category:
Catering And Hospitality

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