At a Glance
- Tasks: Create delicious dishes in a vibrant café and bistro setting.
- Company: Join Rotherham Hospice, a charity dedicated to compassionate care.
- Benefits: Enjoy 30 days annual leave and a supportive work-life balance.
- Other info: Be part of a dynamic team with opportunities for creativity and growth.
- Why this job: Showcase your culinary skills while making a difference in the community.
- Qualifications: Experience in cooking and a passion for food presentation.
The predicted salary is between 26924 - 26924 £ per year.
Location: Swinton, Mexborough, S64 8PZ
Salary: £26,924 per annum
Vacancy Type: Permanent, Full Time (37.5 hours, 5 days over 7 days per week, including evenings)
Closing Date: 14th August 2026
Rotherham Hospice is a charity dedicated to the people of Rotherham, offering specialist palliative and end of life care to our community since 1996. We provide comprehensive, compassionate care through two primary patient services: 24-hour, 14-bed Inpatient Service and 24-hour Hospice at Home Service.
We are seeking a skilled and passionate Café & Bistro Cook to join our kitchen team within a refined café and evening bistro environment. The role is focused on delivering beautifully executed dishes from an elevated daytime café menu and a carefully curated evening bistro offering. This includes occasional themed dining events that showcase quality ingredients, thoughtful presentation, and culinary creativity.
The successful candidate will also take responsibility for food ordering and stock management, ensuring consistency, efficiency, and exceptional standards at all times.
Key Responsibilities
- Culinary Excellence
- Prepare and cook dishes to a consistently high standard, with strong attention to flavour, presentation, and detail.
- Execute an elevated café menu during daytime service.
- Deliver a refined, limited bistro menu during evening service.
- Contribute to themed dining nights such as Spanish tapas, Mexican cuisine, and seafood-led menus.
- Maintain strict adherence to food safety, hygiene, and allergen regulations.
- Stock Management & Ordering
- Take ownership of food ordering in line with menu requirements and forecasted demand.
- Monitor stock levels, rotation, and storage to minimise waste and maintain quality.
- Carry out regular stock checks and support effective cost control.
- Kitchen Standards & Operations
- Maintain an immaculately clean, organised, and efficient kitchen environment.
- Complete all preparation to support smooth, high-quality service.
- Ensure equipment is used and maintained correctly.
- Support menu development, specials, and seasonal offerings where appropriate.
- Team Collaboration
- Work seamlessly with front-of-house colleagues to deliver a polished guest experience.
- Communicate clearly regarding menu availability, allergens, and service flow.
- Remain calm, professional, and composed during busy service periods.
Benefits: Holidays. A work-life balance is important for everyone, which is why we offer all employees 30 days annual leave per year.
Bistro Cook in London employer: Rotherham Hospice
Rotherham Hospice is an exceptional employer dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for patients through meaningful activities. With a supportive work culture that values collaboration among staff and volunteers, employees have ample opportunities for personal and professional growth in a fulfilling environment. Located in Rotherham, the hospice offers a unique chance to make a significant impact in the community while enjoying a competitive salary and a strong sense of purpose in your work.
