Job Description

12.90 per hour | Occasional Hours | St Cecilia's | Bromley

"It's about creating meals that make people feel genuinely cared for -- every plate is a chance to brighten someone's day."

If you're passionate about food, take pride in a well-kept kitchen, and want to make a meaningful difference, we'd love to hear from you.

A home, not just a service

In the leafy suburbs of Bromley, St Cecilia's is home for 30 disabled adults. The kitchen is the heart of our home - where we create fresh, delicious, and nutritious meals that bring people together. You'll plan menus, prepare food, and work closely with our care teams to make sure everyone's individual dietary needs are met.

Your working hours

This is an occasional hours role, with flexibility to weekends as part of a rota.


Typical shifts may include:


Morning shifts: 6am - 1pm


Afternoon shifts: 11am - 7pm


We'll work with you to agree a pattern that suits the needs of the service and you.

Why you'll love working here

As well as providing support for your wellbeing and development, we offer a fantastic range of benefits:

28 days holiday per annum inclusive of bank holidays (+1 every year up to 33 days) Stream: Access up to 40% of your pay before payday Free Blue Light Card: Exclusive discounts and benefits Contributory Pension Scheme & competitive life cover Health cash plan: Affordable healthcare at your fingertips Career development: Opportunities for recognised catering qualifications Free DBS check Employee Assistance Programme - support when you need it most

What you'll do

Prepare, cook, and serve high-quality homemade meals and beverages on time Plan varied, seasonal menus that meet nutritional and dietary needs Liaise with care teams and customers to create personalised menus Maintain high standards of hygiene and cleanliness in line with HACCP and COSHH regulations Manage food stocks, orders, and budgets effectively Supervise and support catering staff, including training and rota planning Provide catering for events, parties, and special occasions Ensure compliance with health, safety, safeguarding, and regulatory requirements

What helps you shine here

Recognised catering qualification (or willingness to work towards this) Level 3 Food Hygiene Certificate (or Level 4) and HACCP accreditation Experience working in a kitchen environment Ability to plan menus, manage budgets, and maintain records Knowledge of health and safety, food hygiene, and infection control principles Good communication and organisational skills A genuine commitment to the values and ethos of Leonard Cheshire

About Leonard Cheshire

We are one of the UK's most respected providers of care and supported living services, with 87% of our services rated 'good' or 'very good' by regulators. Established over 75 years ago, we exist to support disabled people to live, learn, and work as independently as possible.

Ready to apply?

Leonard Cheshire welcomes applications from all sections of the community. We actively encourage applications from people with a disability, supporting where possible, your requirements for reasonable adjustments.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and adults at risk. A satisfactory disclosure check (PVG membership in Scotland) is required for this post. References will be obtained for all roles.