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The closing date is 08 December 2025

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Job summary

The Bank Cook at Thorn Springs will help to plan and prepare a variety of meals which are appealing, nutritious and centred around our residents preferences, requests and dietary requirements. You will work with the Kitchen Manager to ensure the smooth running of the kitchen and share our ethos of creating an ambient dining experience at every mealtime helping to create a great place to live for our residents.

Main duties of the job

To be able to provide the kindest possible care there are 5 values or qualities that everyone who is part of the HC-One team shows up with, supports and coaches in each other every single day. We call these 5 qualities Kindness the HC-One Way: We are curious and ask questions, look for clues and seek to understand. We are compassionate and try to walk in the shoes of others. We're creative yet practical, using our imagination to make things happen. We are courageous in how we support residents to live the life they want, and we can always be counted on. We champion inclusivity, fostering a workplace where everyone feels valued and can be themselves. Our diverse and inclusive workforce allows us to learn from each other and better represent the communities we serve.

About us

Our dedicated, professional colleagues strive to always deliver outstanding care and we care about our talented teams too, supporting them in their professional and personal growth. We are committed to developing people that work for us through robust career pathways, CPD and post graduate programmes. Throughout your career, HC-One will invest in you with great opportunities to progress into regional and national roles.

Details

Date posted

19 November 2025

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£14.20 to £14.80 an hour

Contract

Bank

Duration

1 years

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

67543

Job locations

Collie Place

Houghton Regis

Dunstable

LU5 6JH


Job description

Job responsibilities

The Bank Cook at Thorn Springs will help to plan and prepare a variety of meals which are appealing, nutritious and centred around our residents preferences, requests and dietary requirements. You will work with the Kitchen Manager to ensure the smooth running of the kitchen and share our ethos of creating an ambient dining experience at every mealtime helping to create a great place to live for our residents.   

Safeguarding is everyones responsibility and therefore it is important that you are able to recognise the signs which may indicate possible abuse, harm or neglect in its different forms and know what to do if there are any concerns. All colleagues are required to attend safeguarding training appropriate to their role and to undertake additional training in associated areas. You also have the ability to seek appropriate advice and report concerns, including escalation if action is not taken.

About HC-One

At HC-One, kindness is more than a word. It is a belief that caring for people means caring about what matters most to them so we can support them to lead their best possible life.

To be able to provide the kindest possible care there are 5 values or qualities that everyone who is part of the HC-One team shows up with, supports and coaches in each other every single day. We call these 5 qualities Kindness the HC-One Way: We are curious and ask questions, look for clues and seek to understand. We are compassionate and try to walk in the shoes of others. We're creative yet practical, using our imagination to make things happen. We are courageous in how we support residents to live the life they want, and we can always be counted on.

We champion inclusivity, fostering a workplace where everyone feels valued and can be themselves. Our diverse and inclusive workforce allows us to learn from each other and better represent the communities we serve.

Our dedicated, professional colleagues strive to always deliver outstanding care and we care about our talented teams too, supporting them in their professional and personal growth. We are committed to developing people that work for us through robust career pathways, CPD and post graduate programmes. Throughout your career, HC-One will invest in you with great opportunities to progress into regional and national roles.

Rewards & Benefits

Well provide full training, so its a great opportunity to learn something new. In return, you will enjoy access to a huge variety of benefits and services to support your physical and psychological well-being and throughout your career as a Cook we will invest in you and you will enjoy additional support and benefits including:

  • Higher than average pay rates
  • Paid Enhanced DBS/PVG
  • Free uniform
  • Company pension scheme
  • 28 days annual leave inclusive of bank holidays
  • Life assurance cover for all colleagues
  • Award-winning learning and development and support to achieve qualifications
  • GP online - a service providing around the clock GP consultation via an interactive app - available to you and your children under 16
  • An opportunity to learn from experienced colleagues as part of an outstanding and committed team
  • Colleague discounts Access to over 1600 high street discounts including carefully selected discount partners
  • Wellbeing - free of charge access to an independent and confidential Employee Assistance Programme. This gives Colleagues and their family access to 24/7 365 support for a whole range of issues including physical, mental and financial issues
  • First-rate working environment in a purpose-built luxury home
  • Free onsite car parking and close to local transport links
  • Refer a friend scheme
 

Job description

Job responsibilities

The Bank Cook at Thorn Springs will help to plan and prepare a variety of meals which are appealing, nutritious and centred around our residents preferences, requests and dietary requirements. You will work with the Kitchen Manager to ensure the smooth running of the kitchen and share our ethos of creating an ambient dining experience at every mealtime helping to create a great place to live for our residents.   

Safeguarding is everyones responsibility and therefore it is important that you are able to recognise the signs which may indicate possible abuse, harm or neglect in its different forms and know what to do if there are any concerns. All colleagues are required to attend safeguarding training appropriate to their role and to undertake additional training in associated areas. You also have the ability to seek appropriate advice and report concerns, including escalation if action is not taken.

About HC-One

At HC-One, kindness is more than a word. It is a belief that caring for people means caring about what matters most to them so we can support them to lead their best possible life.

To be able to provide the kindest possible care there are 5 values or qualities that everyone who is part of the HC-One team shows up with, supports and coaches in each other every single day. We call these 5 qualities Kindness the HC-One Way: We are curious and ask questions, look for clues and seek to understand. We are compassionate and try to walk in the shoes of others. We're creative yet practical, using our imagination to make things happen. We are courageous in how we support residents to live the life they want, and we can always be counted on.

We champion inclusivity, fostering a workplace where everyone feels valued and can be themselves. Our diverse and inclusive workforce allows us to learn from each other and better represent the communities we serve.

Our dedicated, professional colleagues strive to always deliver outstanding care and we care about our talented teams too, supporting them in their professional and personal growth. We are committed to developing people that work for us through robust career pathways, CPD and post graduate programmes. Throughout your career, HC-One will invest in you with great opportunities to progress into regional and national roles.

Rewards & Benefits

Well provide full training, so its a great opportunity to learn something new. In return, you will enjoy access to a huge variety of benefits and services to support your physical and psychological well-being and throughout your career as a Cook we will invest in you and you will enjoy additional support and benefits including:

  • Higher than average pay rates
  • Paid Enhanced DBS/PVG
  • Free uniform
  • Company pension scheme
  • 28 days annual leave inclusive of bank holidays
  • Life assurance cover for all colleagues
  • Award-winning learning and development and support to achieve qualifications
  • GP online - a service providing around the clock GP consultation via an interactive app - available to you and your children under 16
  • An opportunity to learn from experienced colleagues as part of an outstanding and committed team
  • Colleague discounts Access to over 1600 high street discounts including carefully selected discount partners
  • Wellbeing - free of charge access to an independent and confidential Employee Assistance Programme. This gives Colleagues and their family access to 24/7 365 support for a whole range of issues including physical, mental and financial issues
  • First-rate working environment in a purpose-built luxury home
  • Free onsite car parking and close to local transport links
  • Refer a friend scheme
 

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • NVQ in cookery/catering and Food Hygiene Level 2

Desirable

  • NVQ in cookery/catering and Food Hygiene Level 2

Experience

Essential

  • NVQ in cookery/catering and Food Hygiene Level 2

Desirable

  • NVQ in cookery/catering and Food Hygiene Level 2

Additional Criteria

Essential

  • NVQ in cookery/catering and Food Hygiene Level 2

Desirable

  • NVQ in cookery/catering and Food Hygiene Level 2
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • NVQ in cookery/catering and Food Hygiene Level 2

Desirable

  • NVQ in cookery/catering and Food Hygiene Level 2

Experience

Essential

  • NVQ in cookery/catering and Food Hygiene Level 2

Desirable

  • NVQ in cookery/catering and Food Hygiene Level 2

Additional Criteria

Essential

  • NVQ in cookery/catering and Food Hygiene Level 2

Desirable

  • NVQ in cookery/catering and Food Hygiene Level 2

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Employer details

Employer name

HC-One

Address

Collie Place

Houghton Regis

Dunstable

LU5 6JH


Employer's website

https://apply.hc-one.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

HC-One

Address

Collie Place

Houghton Regis

Dunstable

LU5 6JH


Employer's website

https://apply.hc-one.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Resourcing Advisor

Ryan Northey

ryan.northey@hc-one.co.uk

07881378076

Details

Date posted

19 November 2025

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£14.20 to £14.80 an hour

Contract

Bank

Duration

1 years

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

67543

Job locations

Collie Place

Houghton Regis

Dunstable

LU5 6JH


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