Cooks required no experience necessary - United Kingdom - Abbeyfield

Description

The Abbeyfield Society are a national charity helping to alleviate loneliness and isolation in older people by providing companionship in our supported housing accommodation, retirement apartments and care homes.

At Abbeyfield , we want our residents to feel part of a community , where they feel empowered, safe and respected.

We are looking for someone to join our team, on a casual basis, covering staff holidays and sickness.

Our bank workers play a fundamental part in e nsuring our residents have the support and reassurance that Abbeyfield strive to provide.

You may be there to cook a tasty lunch and lighter tea in the late afternoon evening , or to ensure our residents ha ve tidy and safe communal spaces .

No paid kitchen experience needed, we are looking for someone that enjoys cooking for family or friend s, with the ability to cook for up to ten people.

A cheerful and friendly demeanour , understand ing the needs of older people

Someone that e njoys being creative in the kitchen , whether it be a signature dish or your secret cake recipe.

Somebody that isorganised, confident and happy to engage with others, sharing relevant information with in the Housing team.
Able to o ffer a warm welcome to family, friends of Abbeyfield and contractors, both in person and over the phone
To show our gratitude for helping us out in times of need, we can offer you the following benefits:
Flexible working, without the commitment of contracted hours
Competitive rates of pay
Holiday accrual (dependant on hours worked)
Also, we are proud to be a Menopause Friendly accredited workplace, offering awareness guidance and support