Cook – Mapplewell Manor, Barnsley (Full-Time / 40 Hours)

Presented by Supportive Bridge Staffing Agency on behalf of MHA

Role Overview

Position: Cook — Permanent, Full-Time (40 hours per week)
Location: Mapplewell Manor, Barnsley (S75 6BB)
Hours: 40 hours per week
Pay Rate: £14.78 per hour
Closing Date: 2 September 2026

Supportive Bridge Staffing Agency is proud to partner with MHA to recruit an enthusiastic and organised full-time Cook for Mapplewell Manor in Barnsley.

Mapplewell Manor is an inspiring, outstanding CQC-rated care home with a strong culture of teamwork, pride, and shared purpose. If you are an experienced culinary professional looking for a fulfilling full-time role where your cooking can support resident wellbeing in a supportive, high-standard environment, this is an exceptional opportunity.

Key Responsibilities

Meal Preparation & Cooking: Prepare, cook, and serve nutritious, high-quality meals for residents and members attending club activities (such as breakfast, lunch, or afternoon tea clubs).
Menu Planning & Budgeting: Design appealing, balanced menus that accommodate diverse dietary and cultural needs while managing food ordering and keeping strictly within agreed budgets.
Kitchen Safety & Hygiene: Maintain high standards of cleanliness, food hygiene, and safety in line with food safety and COSHH regulations, completing accurate audit records.
Volunteer & Staff Supervision: Support, supervise, and help train kitchen volunteers and staff, organising rotas to ensure smooth day-to-day kitchen operations.

What You Will Bring

Cooking Experience: Previous hands-on experience preparing and cooking meals for large numbers of people.
Certifications: A Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate.
Personal Qualities: A confident, reliable, and customer-focused approach with sensitivity to the needs of older people (experience working with volunteers is a distinct advantage).
Proximity: Ideally living within approximately 15 miles of Barnsley for a manageable and balanced commute.

Why Apply Through Us?

Partnering with Supportive Bridge Staffing Agency connects you directly with trusted, values-driven organisations like MHA.

Benefits provided by MHA include:

Highly competitive hourly rate of £14.78
28 days holiday (including bank holidays) and an option to buy annual leave
Strong pension scheme and life assurance
Free DBS checks and company uniform (where applicable)
Access to employee discounts (Blue Light Card, Health Service Discounts, and the Vivup app) and confidential counselling support
Full induction, ongoing training, and clear career development opportunities