Housekeeper and Cook in Wellington

For almost 70 years, Abbeyfield Living Society has been a leading provider of housing and care for older people across England. We're dedicated to exceptional care, and we know it starts with an exceptional team.

Our work is guided by five core values - Care, Compassion, Community, Integrity and Excellence - and we are proud of the difference our teams make every day in the lives of residents, colleagues and local communities.

We are looking for a Housekeeper and Cook to join the team at The Old Vicarage.

Role: Housekeeper and CookLocation: The Old Vicarage, High Street, Wellington, TA 21 8RFHourly Rate: £13.61Contract: Fixed Term Contract for 6 Months.Rota: 22.5 Hours

You can never underestimate the power a friendly face and a home cooked meal has on someone's day. The role of Housekeeper and Cook is varied, with resident wellbeing at the forefront of what we do.

What We're Looking For as a Housekeeper and Cook:

Confidence in cooking for up to 9 people plus

Strong organizational skills, ready to handle a variety of tasks

Excellent customer service skills with a genuine understanding of the needs of older people

Basic computer skills (Outlook and Excel experience is a plus, but full training will be provided)

If this sounds like you, we would love to hear from you!

About the Role of Housekeeper and Cook :

At Abbeyfield Living Society, our goal is to create a warm, community-focused environment where residents feel valued and respected. As a Cook and Resident Support team member, you'll ensure that residents enjoy wholesome, home-cooked meals while also being a friendly face they can turn to for support.

You'll also assist with general wellbeing, handle any issues that arise, and escalate them when needed.

Basic computer and budget management skills are helpful, but full support and training will be provided by our welcoming team.

Why Join Abbeyfield Living Society?

We're committed to recognising and rewarding our team members. Working with us comes with a range of benefits, including:

Up to 31 days paid leave pro rata, including bank/public holidays

Comprehensive induction

Work overtime? With Dayforce Wallet, access your extra pay instantly, no waiting until payday.

Claim back healthcare expenses with Medicash

Life Assurance

Pay progression within role based on skills and contribution

Learning and career development opportunities

Occupational sick pay

Company pension

Discounted gym membership

Cycle-to-work scheme

Striving for independent accreditation as a menopause friendly organisation

Opportunity to obtain Blue Light Card discounts

You can find out more about Abbeyfield Living Society and our values here: https://www.abbeyfieldliving.org.uk/about-us/

Please note this role will require eligibility to work in the UK, two satisfactory employment references and a basic DBS check, the cost of which will be met by Abbeyfield. You may be asked to provide details regarding convictions; failure to disclose convictions may result in an offer of employment being revoked.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive a sufficient number of applications. We encourage interested candidates to apply as soon as possible

Are you someone who thrives on making a difference? Join us and build a rewarding career where your skills and compassion truly matter.If you have previously been a Chef, Cook or Kitchen Assistant, this is a great opportunity to work within a rewarding environment instead of just in a kitchen.