Cook
Posted 4 hours 59 minutes ago by hireful
Permanent
Part Time
Other
Cornwall, United Kingdom
Job Description
Cook
Location: St Austell - Little Harbour
Contract Type: Permanent
Job Type: Part time, 32 hours per week (shifts usually 11:00 am to 7:00 pm - although there may be some flexibility)
Salary: £25,572 - £29,830 pro rata (£20,457 - £23,863 actual), plus enhancements for weekends and bank holidays
"Happy, amazing, special and fun" are perhaps not the first words that spring to mind when you think of a children's hospice - but this is exactly how our families describe our clients hospices. Matched by their staff feeling "proud, rewarded and making a difference" by working in this special setting, this is perhaps a quite a different catering role to what you might have expected.
About the Organisation
Our clients provides care and support for children with life limiting conditions. They have an exciting opportunity for friendly and enthusiastic person who is motivated to join us on a permanent basis to really make a difference to the lives of the children and families who they support.
Where you will be working
They are situated in beautiful surroundings in St Austell, the hospice has a homely feel and yet provides stunning and spacious accommodation for the whole family, making the most of short and precious lives.
The Role
Working as part of a friendly and professional team of Kitchen staff and volunteers, you will prepare and serve a range of high quality, home cooked meals and snacks for children and families to enjoy during their stays. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking for a part-time, permanent role within a homely environment.
The Successful Candidate
You will be experienced in a professional kitchen, with excellent communication skills. You should hold a current basic food hygiene certificate and a recognised catering qualification (or willing to undertake this).
Join the team for a rewarding career - 98% of staff agree that they are proud to work for them
Benefits also include:
• 33 days (plus bank holidays) holiday entitlement, which increases with service
• enhanced sick pay scheme rising up to 6 months full and 6 months half pay
• personal pension scheme with 7% employer contribution
• family friendly policies, with enhanced maternity/adoption pay
• occupational health, wellbeing and counselling services and employee assistance programme
• group life insurance scheme
• training and development opportunities
• environmental and green agenda
• a supportive and inclusive environment
• a chance to make a real difference
Training
Full on-the-job training and a comprehensive induction period will be given relevant to the role.
How to Apply
Please apply by clicking on the link in this advert. If you have any questions, please visit their website to find out more, or use their email to contact them and speak to one of their HR team today.
Closing date: 3rd November 2024
Anticipated Interviews: TBC
Please note if sufficient applications are received prior to the advertised closing date, they reserve the right to close this vacancy early. They therefore recommend that you apply for the role as soon as possible.
This fantastic opportunity will give you the chance to explore the wonders of the South West, whether you are already located here, you are a returner or looking for a different way of life; the South West offers a high quality of life and great leisure opportunities. These environmental attractions are matched by the excellent reputation of the highly successful Children's Hospice as an organisation and local employer.
You may also have experience in the following: Catering, Caterer, Cook, Chef, Kitchen Assistant, Food Prep, Food Hygiene, Charity, Charities, NFP, Not for Profit, Third Sector, etc
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Location: St Austell - Little Harbour
Contract Type: Permanent
Job Type: Part time, 32 hours per week (shifts usually 11:00 am to 7:00 pm - although there may be some flexibility)
Salary: £25,572 - £29,830 pro rata (£20,457 - £23,863 actual), plus enhancements for weekends and bank holidays
"Happy, amazing, special and fun" are perhaps not the first words that spring to mind when you think of a children's hospice - but this is exactly how our families describe our clients hospices. Matched by their staff feeling "proud, rewarded and making a difference" by working in this special setting, this is perhaps a quite a different catering role to what you might have expected.
About the Organisation
Our clients provides care and support for children with life limiting conditions. They have an exciting opportunity for friendly and enthusiastic person who is motivated to join us on a permanent basis to really make a difference to the lives of the children and families who they support.
Where you will be working
They are situated in beautiful surroundings in St Austell, the hospice has a homely feel and yet provides stunning and spacious accommodation for the whole family, making the most of short and precious lives.
The Role
Working as part of a friendly and professional team of Kitchen staff and volunteers, you will prepare and serve a range of high quality, home cooked meals and snacks for children and families to enjoy during their stays. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking for a part-time, permanent role within a homely environment.
The Successful Candidate
You will be experienced in a professional kitchen, with excellent communication skills. You should hold a current basic food hygiene certificate and a recognised catering qualification (or willing to undertake this).
Join the team for a rewarding career - 98% of staff agree that they are proud to work for them
Benefits also include:
• 33 days (plus bank holidays) holiday entitlement, which increases with service
• enhanced sick pay scheme rising up to 6 months full and 6 months half pay
• personal pension scheme with 7% employer contribution
• family friendly policies, with enhanced maternity/adoption pay
• occupational health, wellbeing and counselling services and employee assistance programme
• group life insurance scheme
• training and development opportunities
• environmental and green agenda
• a supportive and inclusive environment
• a chance to make a real difference
Training
Full on-the-job training and a comprehensive induction period will be given relevant to the role.
How to Apply
Please apply by clicking on the link in this advert. If you have any questions, please visit their website to find out more, or use their email to contact them and speak to one of their HR team today.
Closing date: 3rd November 2024
Anticipated Interviews: TBC
Please note if sufficient applications are received prior to the advertised closing date, they reserve the right to close this vacancy early. They therefore recommend that you apply for the role as soon as possible.
This fantastic opportunity will give you the chance to explore the wonders of the South West, whether you are already located here, you are a returner or looking for a different way of life; the South West offers a high quality of life and great leisure opportunities. These environmental attractions are matched by the excellent reputation of the highly successful Children's Hospice as an organisation and local employer.
You may also have experience in the following: Catering, Caterer, Cook, Chef, Kitchen Assistant, Food Prep, Food Hygiene, Charity, Charities, NFP, Not for Profit, Third Sector, etc
REF-