Cook

Are you looking for a rewarding career? If you are a caring, energetic, enthusiastic individual,
Iris Care Group has an exciting new opportunity for a Cook to join our well‑established team at Cherry Tree House in Bristol.

Employing over 1,600 people, Iris Care Group is the largest independent health and social care provider across the Southwest of England and South Wales. We provide innovative, effective, and forward‑thinking care for adults with specialist mental healthcare needs.

With over 90% of staff saying they enjoy their job, we are proud to create environments where our staff feel rewarded and fulfilled.
Work for us and you’ll go home knowing that you’ve made a difference.

• Annual salary of £27,596.25
• 28 days of annual leave, inclusive of bank holidays
• Industry‑leading training
• Employee Assistance Programme – free 24/7 confidential helpline (domestic, financial, legal, health support, etc.)
• ‘Recognise Me’, our new staff benefits, wellbeing, and recognition platform.
• Free on‑site parking and uniform
• Friendly and supportive work environment
• Overtime opportunities
• Death in service

Iris Care Group also offers a ‘refer a friend’ scheme: where you could earn as much as £1000
* for every new staff member you successfully introduce.

• Ensure the smooth running of the kitchen at all times.
• Store, prepare and serve food and beverage items in accordance with all Food Safety and Health and Safety policies and procedures.
• Clean and store equipment, crockery, cutlery and utensils in a safe and hygienic manner.
• Daily cleaning of all areas of the kitchen using appropriate equipment, chemicals and work methods.
• Maintain documentation duties and procedures for efficiency and accuracy (e.g., temperature of food and equipment).
• Observe and maintain the highest standards of personal hygiene, confidentiality, courtesy and consideration for all people we support and for colleagues.
• Segregate and promptly remove waste to designated collection points, in accordance with the Company’s Safe Waste Handling Procedure.
• Ensure all equipment is maintained and cleaned appropriately. Report any maintenance problems to the Manager promptly and keep accurate records.
• Undertake some housekeeping and cleaning duties as and when required.

• Understanding of Food Hygiene and Health and Safety regulations.
• Good basic comprehension of English language, including basic literacy and numerical skills (e.g., GCSE level or equivalent).

Please note that this role is not eligible for visa sponsorship under the Home Office regulations.

your details and attach your CV and an optional Covering Letter. If you are not contacted within 5 working days of your application, you have not been shortlisted for this occasion.

If you have any questions about our services including how to make a referral or the career opportunities with Iris Care Group, please complete our Get in Touch form.