Cook and Resident Support

Here’s an enhanced version of the advert for the Cook and Resident Support role in Cockermouth:

Role: Cook and Resident Support
Location: Cockermouth
Contract: 24 hrs/week
Rota: 09:00 - 18:00

• Week 1: Thursday, Saturday, Sunday
• Week 2: Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
  Pay Rate: £12.58 - £12.85 per hour

The Abbeyfield Society is a national charity dedicated to alleviating loneliness and isolation among older people by offering companionship through our supported housing, retirement apartments, and care homes.

We are currently looking for a dedicated Cook and Resident Support team member in Cockermouth.

Key Skills and Attributes:

• Confident in cooking for up to 12 people
• Available to work alternating weekends (with overtime opportunities)
• Highly organized and adaptable to changing situations
• Strong customer service skills, especially in supporting older people
• Basic computer skills (experience with Outlook and Excel is a bonus; full training will be provided)

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

What Abbeyfield Offers:

• Work/life balance with rewarding job satisfaction
• Competitive pay
• Earn up to £500 with our 'Refer a Colleague' scheme
• A Menopause Friendly workplace
• Childcare vouchers and enhanced holiday entitlement for long service
• A medical cashback scheme covering expenses like dental and optical care
• Occupational sick pay and eligibility for a Blue Light Card with great discounts
• Career development with supportive leadership and training opportunities

About the Role:

At Abbeyfield, we strive to create a safe and caring community for our residents, where they feel empowered and valued. As part of the team, you’ll ensure residents enjoy nutritious, home-cooked meals in a clean and welcoming environment. You will also be a key contact for residents, addressing any concerns and escalating issues when necessary. While budget management and basic IT skills are an advantage, full training and support will be provided.

Requirements:

• Eligibility to work in the UK
• Two satisfactory employment references
• A Standard DBS check (paid for by Abbeyfield) You may be asked to provide details regarding convictions; failure to disclose convictions may result in an offer of employment being revoked. 

Ready to make a difference? Apply today to join our compassionate and supportive team!