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Scheme Cook

Job details
Posting date: 21 November 2025
Salary: £26,403.00 to £28,142.00 per year, pro rata
Additional salary information: Local Government Pension Scheme
Hours: Part time
Closing date: 05 December 2025
Location: Melton Mowbray, Leicestershire
Remote working: On-site only
Company: Melton Borough Council.
Job type: Permanent
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Summary

Purpose of the job:

We are currently looking for an enthusiastic person to join our team at Gretton Court Extra Care Scheme.

This role is covering the weekends as a Cook and you will play a crucial role in the success of our scheme.

That is why we’re looking for someone who is committed to maintaining the highest standards in the kitchen and during the food preparation process. You will be passionate about providing our residents with tasty and nutritious meals.

About you:

The successful candidate should have at least two years previous experience as a cook in a similar environment and catering for specialist diets, providing meals for large groups of people, alongside a Food Hygiene Certificate.

More information:

This post requires a check with the disclosure and barring service (DBS).

Please see the full job description on our website.

For an informal chat about the role, please do not hesitate to contact:

Sandra Young - Senior Housing Officer
Telephone: 01664 502312

Email: syoung@melton.gov.uk

Closing Date: Noon, 05 December 2025.

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