Cook

Here for people. Here for communities. Here for you.

Make a difference every day as a Cook at Hafod.

This is a permanent, part time role, working 18-hours per week.

As a Cook within one of Hafod's Extra Care Schemes, you'll play a vital role in creating nutritious, high-quality meals that support the wellbeing of our residents. Working closely with tenants and colleagues, you'll help create a welcoming dining experience where individual preferences, dietary requirements and cultural needs are valued and respected.

Preparing and serving meals is about much more than food. It's about bringing people together, promoting independence, supporting health and wellbeing, and helping residents feel at home

We put people first, offering great training, supportive teams and opportunities to grow your career at Hafod.

What you’ll be doing

• Preparing, cooking and presenting nutritious meals and beverages to a high standard, taking account of residents' dietary, cultural and personal preferences.
• Working with residents to plan varied and engaging menus that promote choice and wellbeing.
• Maintaining excellent standards of food hygiene, cleanliness and health and safety throughout the kitchen environment.
• Managing stock levels, ordering supplies and supporting the effective management of the catering budget.
• Working as part of the wider scheme team to provide a positive experience for residents and contribute to a safe, welcoming community.

You can find the full job description attached for a more detailed overview of the role.

What you’ll bring

• A passion for preparing good quality food and delivering excellent customer service.
• A Food Hygiene Certificate or willingness to obtain one.
• Experience working in a professional catering, hospitality or food preparation environment.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to work independently whilst managing competing priorities.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with residents, colleagues and visitors.
• A commitment to promoting dignity, respect and person-centred services for older people.

Previous catering or care experience is desirable but not essential. We’ll provide the training and support you need to succeed.

Interested in applying?

• Submit your application online.
• We’ll review all applications and if you’re shortlisted, we’ll get in touch to arrange an interview.
• Interviews will be at Ty Heulog Extra Care Scheme

If you’re successful at the end of the recruitment process, we’ll offer you the role and begin your pre-employment checks. This includes confirming your right to work and completing an enhanced DBS check, which we’ll organise and pay for.

If you’d like some tips or advice with the recruitment process, we’ve put together some helpful guidance, here

About Homes & Communities

Our Homes & Communities colleagues provide a wide range of services across South Wales, supporting people throughout their housing journey. Using a person-centred approach, we work alongside people to build confidence, improve wellbeing and help them live well in their homes. You'll be part of a collaborative, values-led team committed to making a real difference while supporting you to learn, grow and develop your career

You’ll find more information about Homes & Communities Here

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