Bank Cook – Sheppey Hospital

Job summary

Package Description: Package Description As a Bank Cook within HCRG Care Group, youll be joining a friendly and supportive catering team at Sheppey Community Hospital, helping to provide high quality meals that support patient wellbeing and experience. This flexible bank opportunity is ideal for someone looking to work shifts around existing commitments while gaining experience within a healthcare environment. You will also have access to: Flexible bank working patterns Competitive hourly rates Weekly pay Access to training and development opportunities Supportive team environment Employee benefits and discount schemes About the Role We are looking for a reliable and enthusiastic Bank Cook to support our Catering Team at Sheppey Hospital. You will be responsible for preparing, cooking and serving nutritious meals for patients, staff and visitors, ensuring all food is prepared to high standards while following food hygiene, allergen and health and safety procedures. This is a rewarding role

Main duties of the job

As a Bank Cook within HCRG Care Group, youll be joining a friendly and supportive catering team at Sheppey Community Hospital. You will provide high-quality meals supporting patient wellbeing and experience. This flexible opportunity is ideal for someone looking to work shifts around existing commitments while gaining experience in a healthcare environment. You will be responsible for preparing, cooking, and serving nutritious meals for patients, staff, and visitors. Ensuring all food is prepared to high standards while following food hygiene, allergen, and health and safety procedures is crucial. This is a rewarding role within a calm and welcoming hospital environment, where you will play an important part in supporting patient care and wellbeing. You should have previous experience working within a commercial kitchen or catering environment, understanding food hygiene and safe food handling practices.

About us

HCRG Care Group is committed to delivering high-quality community health and care services that positively impact peoples lives. Our values of Care, Think, and Do are at the heart of all we do. We create supportive environments where colleagues feel valued and respected. Joining HCRG Care Group means being part of a team that prioritizes patient care and wellbeing. We offer flexible working patterns, competitive pay rates, employee benefits, and opportunities for professional growth and development. Our team at Sheppey Community Hospital is friendly and supportive, focusing on providing nutritious meals to improve patient experience.

Details

• Date posted: 04 July 2026
• Pay scheme: Other
• Salary: £12.71 an hour
• Contract: Bank
• Working pattern: Flexible working
• Reference number: 1523370453
• Job locations: HCRG Care Group, Sheerness, ME12 3LT, United Kingdom

Job responsibilities

Package Description: Package Description

As a Bank Cook within HCRG Care Group, youll be joining a friendly and supportive catering team at Sheppey Community Hospital, helping to provide high quality meals that support patient wellbeing and experience.

This flexible bank opportunity is ideal for someone looking to work shifts around existing commitments while gaining experience within a healthcare environment.

You will also have access to:

• Flexible bank working patterns
• Competitive hourly rates
• Weekly pay
• Access to training and development opportunities
• Supportive team environment
• Employee benefits and discount schemes

We are looking for a reliable and enthusiastic Bank Cook to support our Catering Team at Sheppey Hospital.

You will be responsible for preparing, cooking and serving nutritious meals for patients, staff and visitors, ensuring all food is prepared to high standards while following food hygiene, allergen and health and safety procedures.

This is a rewarding role within a calm and welcoming hospital environment, where you will play an important part in supporting patient care and wellbeing.

• Prepare and cook meals in line with recipes, dietary requirements and portion standards
• Support the preparation of specialist meals including soft diets, diabetic meals and allergen-free meals
• Maintain high standards of food hygiene and kitchen cleanliness
• Record temperatures and complete food safety documentation accurately
• Monitor stock levels and support stock rotation procedures
• Assist with meal service and ensure timely delivery to wards and dining areas
• Operate kitchen equipment safely and report faults where necessary
• Work collaboratively with the Senior Cook, Team Leader and wider catering team
• Follow infection prevention and control procedures at all times

We are looking for someone who has:

• Previous experience working within a commercial kitchen, care or catering environment
• Good understanding of food hygiene and safe food handling practices
• Knowledge of allergens and dietary requirements
• Good communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to work in a busy kitchen environment
• Flexible approach to shift work including weekends and bank holidays

Desirable:

• Experience within healthcare or hospital catering
• NVQ Level 2 Food Hygiene qualification
• Knowledge of NHS catering standards

At HCRG Care Group, we are committed to delivering high quality community health and care services that make a positive difference to peoples lives.

Our values of Care, Think and Do are at the heart of everything we do, and we are proud to create supportive environments where colleagues feel valued and respected.